Dockhand
Modern Docker management platform from homelabs to enterprise
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Dockhand is a self-hosted Docker management platform that offers a modern alternative to Portainer. The software runs completely locally without cloud dependency, with SQLite as the default database and zero telemetry. It offers three versions: free for homelabs, SMB ($499/host/year) and Enterprise ($1,499/host/year) with RBAC and LDAP integration.
✓ Pros
- + Free for homelabs with full feature set including SSO/OIDC
- + No telemetry, completely self-hosted, works on Raspberry Pi
- + Open Source (BSL 1.1, becomes Apache 2.0 in 2029), full source code available
✗ Cons
- − Relatively new to the market compared to established tools like Portainer
- − Enterprise features like RBAC and LDAP only in paid version
Use Cases
- → Docker container management in homelabs on Raspberry Pi without complexity
- → Git-based stack deployments with automatic synchronization via webhooks
- → Multi-host Docker management across NAT/firewalls with Hawser agent
- → Vulnerability scanning of container images with Grype and Trivy before deployment
Who is it for?
Homelab operators, small to medium-sized development teams and enterprise IT departments seeking a secure, self-hosted Docker management solution without cloud dependency.
