KubeDiff
A tool for Kubernetes to show differences between running state and version controlled configuration.
Overview
KubeDiff is an open-source command-line tool that helps you see the differences between your Kubernetes manifests (stored in version control) and the actual state of your running Kubernetes cluster. It provides a `diff` like output that highlights any drift, making it easy to identify unauthorized or out-of-band changes. KubeDiff is particularly useful in GitOps workflows to ensure the cluster state matches the desired state in Git.
✨ Key Features
- Kubernetes Drift Detection
- Diff-like Output
- Integration with GitOps Workflows
- Support for Multiple Manifest Formats (YAML, Helm)
- Open-Source
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Simple, focused tool for `diffing` Kubernetes state
- Easy to integrate into scripts and ad-hoc checks
Unique Value: Provides a simple and effective way to quickly identify configuration drift in Kubernetes clusters.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Identifying a manual `kubectl edit` change to a deployment
- Verifying that a Helm release is in sync with its chart
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Drift detection for non-Kubernetes resources
- Continuous, automated drift monitoring without custom scripting
🏆 Alternatives
While GitOps tools like Argo CD provide continuous drift detection, KubeDiff is useful for quick, on-demand checks and simpler workflows.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Open-source and free to use.
📊 Market Info
Customers: NA
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