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k0s is a lightweight, CNCF-certified Kubernetes distribution packaged as a single binary with zero host dependencies. Backed by Mirantis, it simplifies cluster deployment by bundling all required components into one executable that works on any Linux system. Supports x86-64, ARM64, and ARMv7 architectures with automatic upgrades and a built-in control plane load balancer.
KubeVela is a CNCF incubating project that provides a modern application delivery platform built on Kubernetes and the Open Application Model. It abstracts away infrastructure complexity by letting developers define applications declaratively with components, traits, and policies, while platform teams manage delivery workflows. KubeVela supports multi-cluster deployment, canary rollouts, GitOps integration, and extensible addon system.
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k0s tops our editor-verified list of 2 k3s alternatives.
Yes — k0s, KubeVela are open source.