Free, open-source alternatives to Docker Hub
Hosted registry for container images. 2 apps you can run yourself instead of Docker Hub, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
HarborBest match
Cloud native image registry that stores, signs, and scans content.
ZOT OCI Registry
A production-ready vendor-neutral OCI-native container image registry.
Side by side
| App | Stars | License | Activity | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor | 29,539 | Apache-2.0 | Docker, Kubernetes | |
| ZOT OCI Registry | 2,858 | Apache-2.0 | Go, Docker |
Why replace Docker Hub?
Docker Hub works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.
Questions
What is the best free alternative to Docker Hub?
Harbor is the closest open-source replacement for Docker Hub in our list. ZOT OCI Registry are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to Docker Hub?
Yes. All 2 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.