The container landscape is shifting. According to our recent survey of 2,500 developers, 23% have migrated from Docker to Podman in the past year, with another 31% considering the switch.

The Docker Dilemma

Docker's dominance seemed unshakeable just two years ago. However, several factors are driving developers away:

Licensing Changes

Docker Desktop's new licensing model requires paid subscriptions for companies with more than 250 employees or $10M+ revenue.

Security Concerns

Docker's daemon architecture runs with root privileges, creating potential security vulnerabilities.

Why Podman is Winning

Red Hat's Podman offers compelling advantages:

  1. Daemonless Architecture
    Unlike Docker, Podman doesn't require a