Licobox

A lightweight container runtime for macOS that runs Docker Engine, solving the problem of running and managing Linux containers locally without Docker Desktop. It targets developers and IT teams, from freelancers to enterprises, who need a free, open-source alternative. It differentiates by offering fast startup, direct container IP access, volume mounts in Finder, and built-in debugging tools, with a free tier and a Pro plan for advanced features.

Key features

• Fast startup in seconds
• Container access via IP
• Lightweight with dynamic memory
• Minimal idle CPU usage
• Container debugging utilities
• Volume mounts in macOS Finder
• Published ports forwarded automatically
• Homebrew installation