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Kairos

Transform Linux systems and Kubernetes into secure bootable images for edge devices.

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Kairos is an open-source, cloud-native operating system designed for managing Kubernetes at the edge. It enables enterprises to build custom, immutable OS images for edge devices, integrating seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines. Supported by Spectro Cloud, Kairos ensures consistent, secure, and easily deployable edge infrastructure, reducing risks and simplifying Kubernetes operations in production environments.

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Enterprise Readiness

from cataloged data

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Security & ComplianceNot disclosed

No compliance certifications listed

Deployment FlexibilityStrong

Flexible deployment: Cloud, On-premise, Hybrid, Self-Hosted

Integration DepthStrong

5 documented integrations

Proven AdoptionPartial

5 documented use cases

Company MaturityNot disclosed

Company maturity not disclosed

Composite of public compliance, deployment, integration, adoption, and company signals. “Not disclosed” reflects gaps in available data, not a vendor deficiency.

Independently sourced

Pulled directly from regulator filings and platform APIs. No vendor or editorial input.

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last GitHub commit 0d ago
GitHub API2026-05-27
kairos-io
Open source product· 1.8k· Apache-2.0· active 3mo ago
Go · Shell · Dockerfile · TypeScript
cooling · +39★ (+2.2%) 30d
OSV vulnerability feed2026-08-24
1 known advisory
1 critical· 0 other· last update 2.2y ago

Enterprise Use Cases

Edge device OS image building
Kubernetes management at the edge
Secure edge infrastructure deployment
CI/CD for edge devices
Production workload deployment on edge

Integrations

CI/CD PipelinesKubernetesAWSHPENVIDIA Jetson

How Kairos compares

ToolReadinessPricingDeploymentComplianceIntegrations
KairosNot scoredEnterpriseCloud, On-premise, Hybrid, Self-Hosted5
NeevaAINot scoredEnterpriseCloud7
RunloopNot scoredUsage-basedCloud0

Peers from the same category, ranked by Enterprise Readiness. Readiness is a composite of cataloged compliance, deployment, integration, adoption, and company signals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kairos used for?

Kairos is transform Linux systems and Kubernetes into secure bootable images for edge devices. It is commonly used for edge device os image building, kubernetes management at the edge, secure edge infrastructure deployment, and ci/cd for edge devices.

Is Kairos free, and how is it priced?

Kairos uses enterprise pricing, typically a custom quote based on seats, usage, and requirements. Contact the vendor for a quote.

How can Kairos be deployed?

Kairos supports Cloud, On-premise, Hybrid, and Self-Hosted deployment. On-premise and self-hosted options support data-residency and air-gapped requirements.

What does Kairos integrate with?

Kairos documents 5 integrations, including CI/CD Pipelines, Kubernetes, AWS, HPE, and NVIDIA Jetson.

Is Kairos enterprise-ready?

Based on cataloged data, Kairos has an Enterprise Readiness score of 50/100 (Established tier), derived from its compliance, deployment, integration, adoption, and company-maturity signals.

Quick Facts

PricingEnterprise
DeploymentCloud, On-premise, Hybrid, Self-Hosted

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