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Lando

Free#15 of 40 in Container Development EnvironmentsDevelopment Environment Management Tools

Lando: A framework-focused Docker workflow with version-controlled setup and useful development tooling. Ranked #15 of 40 in Container Development Environments by our editors (7.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for framework-focused local web development.

7.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
7.7 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Framework-focused local web development
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Founded
2017
Facts checked
22 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Version-controlled Landofiles keep project environments defined in code.
- Recipes and Compose support cover common frameworks and custom services.
- HTTPS, networking, SSH, and Xdebug support deepen local workflows.
Where it doesn't
- Windows support requires WSL2.
- Local Kubernetes is not supported.
- The workflow depends on Docker-based tooling and Compose orchestration.

Our verdict on Lando

Lando is a free, open-source tool for creating Docker-based local development environments. It is aimed at developers working on framework-focused web projects who want project services and tooling defined through a version-controlled Landofile. Recipes support common frameworks and services, while compatibility with macOS, Windows with WSL2, and Linux gives teams a cross-platform local workflow. Its scope is local development rather than a broader platform for deploying or managing Kubernetes environments.

The configuration model is the main strength. Lando combines Docker Compose orchestration with custom Compose services, build steps, command automation, automatic networking, service hostnames, proxying, and HTTPS certificate handling. SSH access and managed SSH keys support service administration, and integrations with Visual Studio Code and PhpStorm extend the development environment into the IDE. Xdebug-based VS Code debugging is particularly relevant for PHP-oriented projects. Connections with Lagoon, Pantheon, and Acquia Cloud also give Lando a fit within those hosting ecosystems.

There is no paid tier in the published offering: Lando is free and open source, with public documentation and community support. The trade-off is a workflow centered on Docker Compose, with Windows requiring WSL2 and no local Kubernetes support. Developers who want repeatable, framework-aware local environments, service recipes, and integrated debugging should consider Lando. It is less suited to teams looking specifically for a Kubernetes-based local environment or a product with paid support tiers and a broader orchestration model.

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Lando pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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Lando fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Desktop platforms	macOS, Windows, Linux
Local Kubernetes	Not verified
Compose workflows	Yes
Cluster mode	Not verified
IDE integration	Yes
Resource controls	Not verified
Deployment	Self-hosted
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux
Support	Community, Tickets, Docs
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate)
Integrations	3 integrations: Lagoon, Pantheon, Acquia Cloud
Pricing	Free plan
Website	lando.dev
Facts checked	22 Sep 2026

Lando integrations

Lando lists 3 integrations on its own site.

Lagoon
Pantheon
Acquia Cloud

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