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
Rancher is known for its simplicity and ease of use, making it ideal for organizations that need to manage multiple Kubernetes clusters with minimal overhead. OpenShift, on the other hand, offers a comprehensive set of enterprise features, including robust security and integrated CI/CD tools, making it suitable for large-scale production environments.