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Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) Overview

What is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) is full-featured, CNCF-compliant enterprise Kubernetes, complete with a management webUI, Calico container networking, and Istio ingress. It’s built on Mirantis Container Runtime (formerly Docker Engine – Enterprise) mdash; the leading enterprise container engine, with Content Trust and build-in FIPS 140-2 encryption, certified with a DISA STIG. Mirantis Kubernetes Engine can run Linux and/or Windows worker nodes (manager nodes run on Linux), and provides Kubernetes, Swarm, or mixed orchestration on workers. Plus, Mirantis Kubernetes Engine can host Mirantis Secure Registry (formerly Docker Trusted Registry) for a complete, self-contained software supply chain.

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Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) is the world's leading software container platform to build, ship, and run any app anywhere.

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Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) makes it easy to deploy and manage containers on any infrastructure. We leverage a full stack of hardened open source technologies, enabling cost savings with no vendor lock-in.

Featuring FIPS-140-2 encryption, image signing, and vulnerability scanning with automated governance, Mirantis Kubernetes Engine provides security throughout different stages of the application lifecycle and across the full Kubernetes stack, backed by support and managed services from leading open source experts who enable security compliance and the best possible SLAs.


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Mirantis is a leading cloud application infrastructure provider that specializes in enabling enterprises to deploy and manage containerized applications at scale. The company offers solutions for Kubernetes and OpenStack, focusing on simplifying the complexities of cloud-native environments. With a strong emphasis on open-source technologies, Mirantis helps organizations accelerate their digital transformation by providing tools and services for DevOps, automation, and cloud management. Their offerings include Mirantis Kubernetes Engine, Mirantis OpenStack, and various support and consulting services tailored to optimize cloud operations. Visit their website at [mirantis.com](https://www.mirantis.com) for more information.

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Amarbold A.Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
3.5 out of 5
"Review of Mirantis Kubernetes Engine"
The Khanbank is the Mongolian Biggest bank. we transform to the DevOps & Cloud approach since 2019. MKE's installation, transformation, integration...
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Verified UserMid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
4.5 out of 5
"Solid Performance and Feature Availability"
I've used this product back when it was Docker Enterprise for business purposes and haven't really had any complaints. In the start, I did use the ...
Parth G.
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Parth G.Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
4.5 out of 5
"A pretty good container orchestration platform for cloud native apps scaling across multi cloud"
The most useful part is the MKE UI. This simplifies the task of running and administering your k8s workload for people who don't like the cli or ar...

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

11 months

Average Discount

8%

Perceived Cost

$$$$$
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Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) Media

Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) Demo - Universal Control Plane
Docker Enterprise includes the Universal Control Plane (UCP), which helps manage your clusters and applications through a single interface
Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) Demo - Docker Trusted Registry
Docker Security Scanning for DTR ensures only high integrity applications are running in production. Docker Security Scanning indexes the components in both Windows and Linux images and compares them against a known CVE database.
Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) Demo - Universal Control Plane Orchestration
UCP supports both Swarm and Kubernetes for container orchestration.
Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) Demo - Universal Control Plane Istio Ingress
UCP 3.3.0 includes the ability to simply “turn on” Istio Ingress for your Kubernetes cluster.
Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) Demo - Add Linux and Windows worker nodes to a cluster
Docker Enterprise 3.1 with Kubernetes 1.17 lets you easily add Windows Kubernetes workers to a cluster (cluster master nodes must still run on Linux), mixing them optionally with Linux workers.
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

It ships code faster compared to other solutions available on the market Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

The pricing can be a little bit expensive for small companies Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

It has helped to manage much better containers and security is much better Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

The good parts of Docker Engerprise are: Theability to run both Docker Swarm and Kubernetes workloads which makes it flexible, Solid RBAC system that allows for powerful multi tenancy with groups, permissions and users. Regular and relatively painless updates and lastly, effective and quick support from Mirantis. It's useful to be able to use both the CLI as well as the web UI. Docker UCP and DTR work together very well. API access lets you to effectively monitor and automate your deployments and container image builds. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Some of the things that need improving are: The confusing licensing model, which is a mix of node and CPU licenses. Moreover Mirantis has sent us two license files as we upgraded the number of nodes, however only one license file can be uploaded into UCP. Support for Windows Server 2016 is being phased out which is understandable, but would be a welcome feature to keep for customers who still run some legacy containers. Slight UI glitches in UCP/DTR, for example some strange search/filter behaviour and inability to stack tables by some columns. This could be specific to our setup, but we have experienced occasional Calico errors, even without running any kubernes workloads. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise):

Give it a try, There is an option to try before you buy with a trial. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

It's an effective solution at tacklling challenges that come with creating a decentralised, highly available platform for containerised applications. If I had to highlight a single quality that helps us solve problems, it would be flexibility. We were able to accomplish everything we aimed to accomplish on Docker Enterprise. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Gatare L.
GL
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Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Seamless experience using the platform, great overall. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

I had no bad experience actually, So far the best service in the Kube industry Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

Choice, Simplicity, Security Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

No vendor lock-in.

Easy to deploy through launchpad.

Supports both Swarm and Kubernetes orchestration.

Provides security solutions provide FIPS 140-2.

Nice integration with Calico and Istio. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

The dashboard is not quite attractive and there is no option for storage classes and operators in GUI. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

Looking for a tool that supports both Swarm and Kubernetes orchestration, I believe Mirantis is the right tool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Though k8s is open source i can have complete trust and support for my k8s setup, don't have to worry for k8s related issues, and go behind the community to see if i get any fix. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Dont have any deslikes, as its all up to mark Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

We are certifying our application on k8s & we are always getting support on missing links and issues related to k8s in the infra Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Lauren  b.
LB
Project Director
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
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Review source: G2 invite on behalf of seller
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

I am a satisfied customer of Docker Enetrprise which has helped me to get rid of the major technical issues that were hindrance in the efficient working of my various applications. It works really well for both the private clouds, public clouds and even bare metal. This tool is very much security concern and it has influence my entire organization and facilitated my working through its mature customizable and manageable Kubernetes and swarm container orchestration. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Because of the overlaying network issues there are still some problems in the host system regarding the effective delivery of the services. Moreover Docker is an open platform which works with many containers but still some container products do not work effectively for example, Red Hat's container works with Kubernetes orchestration only. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise):

It is very user friendly and easy to use platform. I would like to suggest this tool to all the major organizations because all the applications will run by the underlying operating system and from other containers, thus you can use a common operating system which will provide you much ease to carry on. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

This tool is all in all in simplifying my complex operations. This tool is very easy to initiate, as it works on any virtual machines, and on a range of Linux and Windows operating systems. Overall it is very beneficial platform with advanced functionalities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Abhinav A.
AA
Senior Project Manager
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

1) Increased Productivity with Standardization :-

The biggest advantage of a Docker-based architecture is standardization which allows all the engineers to work in a production parity environment. By standardizing the service infrastructure across the entire pipeline, the team members can efficiently analyze and fix bugs within the application. This increases the team’s productivity as it enables them to focus on feature development rather than wasting time on bug identification and fixing.

2) Portability :-

Docker containers are able to run virtually anywhere thereby easing the development and deployment on operating systems, virtual machines, developer’s machine, in data centers on-premises or in the public cloud. The widespread popularity of the Docker image format for containers further helps with portability.

3) CI for Faster Deployments :-

Docker enables teams to build a container image and use that same image across every step of the deployment process. Also, Docker creates a container for every process and does not boot the Operating System. This allows developers to run the non- dependent steps in parallel and thus reduce the deployment time drastically.

4) Ease of Management :-

When in a Docker container, images run in the same way irrespective of the server or the laptop. Hence developers do not need to spend time on setting up environments, debugging environment-specific issues, and have a portable and easy-to-set-up codebase. This not only saves time but also makes the production infrastructure more reliable and easy to maintain.

5) Security :-

Applications that are running on Docker containers are completely isolated and segregated from each other. Hence no Docker container has any connection to the processes running inside the other container. Now in case if any one application is hacked, there will be no impact on the applications that are running on the other containers. Thus Docker ensures that all the applications are running securely independent to each other.

6) Portability across Platforms :-

Docker’s portability across platforms is highly embraced by all major cloud computing providers like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Compute Platform (GCP). The reason behind this is that Docker containers can run inside any cloud instance provided that the host OS supports Docker. As a result, a container running on an Amazon instance can easily be ported to a difference cloud instance while ensuring similar consistency and functionality is achieved. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Do Not Use Docker if You Need to Boost Speed

Do Not Use Docker if You Prioritize Security

Do Not Use Docker if You Develop a Desktop GUI Application

Do Not Use Docker if You Want to Light Up Development and Debugging

Do Not Use Docker if You Need to Use Different Operating Systems or Kernels

Do Not Use Docker if You Have a Lot of Valuable Data to Store

Do Not Use Docker if You Are Looking for The Easiest Technology to Manage Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise):

Docker Enterprise Edition simplifies the IT environment, making application updates and changes much easier since containers run independently of the infrastructure. In turn, that improves application reliability and availability, and makes it easier for IT to proactively manage security risks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

Portability

Once you have tested your containerized application you can deploy it to any other system where Docker is running and you can be sure that your application will perform exactly as it did when you tested it.

Performance

Although virtual machines are an alternative to containers, the fact that containers do not contain an operating system (whereas virtual machines do) means that containers have much smaller footprints than virtual machines, are faster to create, and quicker to start.

Agility

The portability and performance benefits offered by containers can help you make your development process more agile and responsive. Enhancing your continuous integration and continuous delivery processes to take advantage of containers and technology such as Enterprise Developer Build Tools for Windows makes it easier for you to deliver the right software at the right time. Enterprise Developer Build Tools for Windows is a component of Enterprise Developer which provides all of the functionality of Enterprise Developer to enable you to compile, build, and test COBOL code but without the overhead of an IDE.

Isolation

A Docker container that contains one of your applications also includes the relevant versions of any supporting software that your application requires. If other Docker containers contain applications that require different versions of the same supporting software, that isn't a problem because the different Docker containers are totally independent of one other.

This also means that as you move through the various stages of your development lifecycle, you can have total confidence that an image you create during development will perform exactly the same as it moves through testing and potentially to your users.

Scalability

You can quickly create new containers if demand for your applications requires them. When using multiple containers you can take advantage of a range of container management options. See the Docker documentation for more information on these options. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Richard S.
RS
Scom Specialist
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Being New to the Docker World , i have found the Docker website to be extremely helpful in setting up and configuring my first containers, there are lots o helpful hints and examples files to be taken advantage off which has made the experience simple to follow, Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

being new to containers i am yet to find any concerning downsides to using docker enterprise Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

running an EPOS Solution on containers the provided interfaces and api extensions have really enabled us to get a clear view of our container infrastructure, its performance and availability Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Krys A.
KA
SVP, CTO
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Simple to use, robust and flexible container platform that support multiple orchestration options including K8S and Swarm Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Nothing we love Docker. Its been working great for us. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise):

Come talk to HighVail, when we’re working with Docker and our customers we lean on real-world examples, and insights everyone can relate to. We focus on addressing the “Why” and “How to” for practitioners. We tackle the complex topic of API design and as required can show you the ROI justification for Docker as a preferred container platform for your organization. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

We are using Docker to containerize and transform traditional applications to run more efficiently. We're also using Docker to provide portability of apps between cloud environments. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
AN
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Validated Reviewer
Verified Current User
Review source: G2 invite on behalf of seller
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What do you like best about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Visibility of containers and nodes along with CPU and statuses of each. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)?

Everything else. Split releases, then manditory to upgrade to 3. Extremely unstable upgrading process, unstable DTR/UCP, constant running issues within the enviornment, additional overheard of Kubernetes and no seen benefit.

Other solutions make K8s and Docker much more accessible more simply and user friendly. Never used the service creation menu in DockerEE UCP.

Support has always been without RCA, with Mirantis acquisition its unclear what DockerEE's future will be. We have to go away from it because of that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise) solving and how is that benefiting you?

Container Orchestration Management is the problem DockerEE solved. The benefits would be that we are supposed to have an easier way to manage clusters. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.