Rancher is an open source software that makes it easy to deploy and manage Docker containers and Kubernetes in production on any infrastructure. Developed by Rancher Labs
License: Open Source
Nanobox is primarily geared towards simplifying the deployment experience for developers, focusing on ease of use and integration with development workflows. In contrast, Rancher provides a more comprehensive solution for managing and orchestrating containerized applications across multiple clusters, making it suitable for larger, more complex environments.