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As of August 2025, the mindshare of Docker in the Development Platforms category stands at 43.4%, up from 40.3% compared to the previous year, according to calculations based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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PeerResearch reports based on Docker reviews

TypeTitleDate
CategoryDevelopment PlatformsAug 3, 2025Download
ProductReviews, tips, and advice from real usersAug 3, 2025Download
ComparisonDocker vs Oracle Application Express (APEX)Aug 3, 2025Download
ComparisonDocker vs VMware Tanzu PlatformAug 3, 2025Download
ComparisonDocker vs CodespacesAug 3, 2025Download
Suggested products
TitleRatingMindshareRecommending
Oracle Application Express (APEX)4.17.6%90%60 interviewsAdd to research
VMware Tanzu Platform4.022.5%100%22 interviewsAdd to research
 
 
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Top industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Manufacturing Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Government
9%
Insurance Company
7%
University
6%
Healthcare Company
4%
Educational Organization
4%
Construction Company
4%
Energy/Utilities Company
3%
Comms Service Provider
3%
Media Company
3%
Performing Arts
3%
Real Estate/Law Firm
3%
Retailer
2%
Hospitality Company
2%
Non Profit
2%
Renewables & Environment Company
2%
Transportation Company
2%
Outsourcing Company
2%
Legal Firm
1%
Consumer Goods Company
1%
Aerospace/Defense Firm
1%
Sports Company
1%
Pharma/Biotech Company
1%
Logistics Company
1%

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Senior Cloud Engineer - AWS at Bytedance
Verified user of Docker
Nov 7, 2024
Time-saving deployment with seamless virtualization for diverse environments

Pros

"The ability to use an image with the software built into it, rather than just the software, is beneficial."

Cons

"There can be challenges with port mapping, however, that's not related to Docker itself."
GurpreetSingh4 - PeerSpot user
Manager at Accenture company
Verified user of Docker
Jun 9, 2024
It's beneficial in bridging the gap between monolithic and serverless platforms, making it easier to scale and manage applications

Pros

"Kubernetes is the primary container orchestration tool I use with this solution. Docker provides a complete solution for deploying and managing workloads across multiple nodes. Container orchestration has significantly impacted my workload by automating tasks and streamlining operations. The availability of systems like Kubernetes is crucial for planning and managing complete clusters and computing environments. Every client's needs are different, and not one solution fits all."

Cons

"As for improving Docker, I would like to see enhancements in its user interface and documentation to make it even more user-friendly and accessible. I believe Docker will expand its scope and reduce limitations to support more applications, both online and offline. For instance, in scenarios like deployments on ships or during upgrades, Docker can continue to offer software services and container-based intelligence. "
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Rikin Parekh - PeerSpot user
Backend Engineer at Northeastern University
Verified user of Docker
Jun 13, 2024
Useful to create sandbox environments to run applications and makes it easy to test them

Pros

"The tool's most valuable feature is its sandbox environment. It makes it very easy to run and test applications without needing configurations, which is the core advantage of containerization. Kubernetes and Helm are helpful as they provide high-level metrics, making tracking the status of all the containers and applications running easier. "

Cons

"One of the challenges I face with Docker is debugging containers within the infrastructure. It can be tricky to debug applications inside containers, which is a common issue among developers. If easier tools or methods were available to debug applications within Docker containers, it would be very beneficial. "
Sunny Nair - PeerSpot user
Solution Architect and Senior Consultant at Keysight Technologies
Verified user of Docker
Jun 3, 2024
Offers application conversion to Docker image and a mature environment

Pros

"The capability of the solution to convert an application into a Docker image is a vital functionality"

Cons

"The learning curve with Docker is huge and extensive"
Gur Sannikov - PeerSpot user
Technical program manager at Intel Corporation
Verified user of Docker
Jun 11, 2024
Offers reliability and helps to save on costs

Pros

"It is a very stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a ten out of ten."

Cons

"The backup compatibility for legacy window stations is an area of concern where improvement is required, especially since my company has certain legacy tools that we are struggling to move."
VamsiMohan - PeerSpot user
CTO at Huber
Verified user of Docker
Jun 4, 2024
Docker is transforming the way we approach deployments, flexible and easy to use

Pros

"Traditional deployments take more time and builds can be inconsistent across different environments. Docker solves these issues."

Cons

"Sometimes, it can become heavy and cause performance issues."
AnandanB - PeerSpot user
Senior Technical Lead at Changepond Technologies
Verified user of Docker
Jun 26, 2024
Pre-built images can be pulled and used instantly, saving time and effort

Pros

"It is a quite mature technology."

Cons

"Docker volumes. When I integrated volumes, I faced challenges. I have not essentially used add volumes to the existing instances."
CK
Infrastructure manager
Verified user of Docker
Jun 24, 2024
Offers an effortless setup process with optimized performance and minimal hardware dependency

Pros

"Docker offers a resilient system with minimal failure chances and optimized performance"

Cons

"The vendor should release a monitoring tool or include monitoring capabilities in Docker"