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DevSpace

by LoftLabs

Develop applications directly in Kubernetes.

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
LoftLabs
Pricing
Open source — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Linux, Mac, Windows, Api
Best for
Developers, Platform Teams
Editor rating
4.3 / 5
Founded
2019
Headquarters
San Francisco, USA

What is DevSpace?

DevSpace is a development it tool from LoftLabs. DevSpace is an open-source CLI that lets developers build, test, and debug applications directly inside Kubernetes clusters with hot reloading.

DevSpace uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to developers, platform-teams and runs on Linux, Mac, Windows, Api.

Standout strengths include in-cluster development, hot reload, free and open source. Worth weighing: kubernetes knowledge needed, config learning curve.

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Pros

  • In-cluster development
  • Hot reload
  • Free and open source

Cons

  • Kubernetes knowledge needed
  • Config learning curve

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Frequently asked questions

What is DevSpace?

DevSpace is an open-source CLI that lets developers build, test, and debug applications directly inside Kubernetes clusters with hot reloading.

How much does DevSpace cost?

DevSpace is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.

Does DevSpace have a free trial?

DevSpace offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does DevSpace support?

DevSpace is available on Linux, Mac, Windows, Api.