finch ☆
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Description:
Open source container development tool
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.14.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @runfinch  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: containers docker containerd kubernetes dev-tools cli
Install: brew install --cask finch
About:
Finch is an open source container development tool that provides a simple CLI for building and running containers on macOS. It leverages the open source containerd and nerdctl projects to offer a seamless container development experience. The tool aims to provide the ease of use of Docker Desktop with the benefits of a fully open source stack.
Key Features:
  • Open source container runtime using containerd
  • Simple CLI interface compatible with nerdctl
  • Native virtualization on macOS using Apple Hypervisor
  • Built-in support for Linux containers
  • Easy installation and management via Homebrew
Use Cases:
  • Developing and testing containerized applications on macOS
  • Running container workloads without Docker Desktop licensing
  • Learning and experimenting with container technologies
Alternatives:
  • Docker Desktop – Docker Desktop is proprietary and requires a paid license for business use, while Finch is fully open source.
  • Podman Desktop – Podman Desktop provides a GUI-focused approach, whereas Finch emphasizes a pure CLI workflow.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 14, 2026 9:55pm 1.14.1 0 VERSION_BUMP e57ae544
Sep 9, 2025 10:31pm 1.11.0 0 VERSION_BUMP aa41699d
Aug 3, 2025 10:56am 1.10.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 8eedc18c
Aug 13, 2024 3:40pm 1.2.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 0856045f
Jul 10, 2024 3:36am 1.2.2 0 VERSION_BUMP 17dc6355
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