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Canopy vs Takeout
Both stand on container development environments. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial Mac
Canopy combines project setup, Docker services, local HTTPS, monitoring, and configuration tools in one macOS app. Access is currently limited to its private beta, so interested users must request an invitation or join the queue.
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Takeout provides command-line control over development dependency containers across major desktop systems. Its preserved volumes, version support, and network aliases are useful for local workflows, but Docker is required and PHP PECL driver enablement is outside its scope.
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| Canopy | Takeout | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | canopydev.app | github.com |
| On container development environments | #38 of 40 | #34 of 40 |
Canopy: what it does well
- Framework-aware project setup
- 16 Docker services listed
- PHP-FPM 8.1–8.5 switching
- Trusted local SSL certificates
- CLI exposes UI features
What to know first
- macOS only
- Invite-only private beta
- Pricing hidden during beta
- No free plan
Takeout: what it does well
- Free under the MIT License
- Manages databases, caches, search, and mail services
- Supports multiple dependency versions simultaneously
- Preserves Docker volume data when disabling services
- Provides service aliases on a Docker network
What to know first
- Requires an installed Docker environment
- Intended for development use only
- Does not enable PHP drivers through PECL
- Designed to pair with a tool such as Laravel Valet
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