Mocker
A Docker-compatible container CLI for macOS 26+ that uses Apple's native Containerization framework instead of Docker Desktop.
What is Mocker?
Mocker is a Docker-compatible container management CLI tool built for macOS 26 and later. It replicates the Docker command-line interface and supports Docker Compose, but runs on Apple's native Containerization framework instead of requiring Docker Desktop. This allows developers to use their existing Docker commands and scripts on macOS without the overhead of a separate virtualization layer.
macOS developers and DevOps engineers who use Docker for local development and want a native, Docker Desktop-free alternative on macOS 26+. It's ideal for those who rely on Docker CLI commands and Compose files in their workflows.
Developers choose Mocker because it offers a seamless, drop-in replacement for Docker CLI on macOS, eliminating the need for Docker Desktop while maintaining full command compatibility. Its native integration with Apple's Containerization framework provides a more integrated macOS experience with equivalent compute performance.
Overview
Docker-compatible container CLI built on Apple's Containerization framework. Same commands, same flags — mocker run, ps, stop, build, compose, stats — all working on macOS 26.
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