Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- CNCF
- Pricing
- Open source — Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Linux, Mac, Windows, Api
- Best for
- Devops Teams, Developers
- Editor rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, USA
What is Helm?
Helm is a development it tool from CNCF. Helm is the package manager for Kubernetes, using charts to define, install, and upgrade complex application deployments.
Helm uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.
It's best suited to devops-teams, developers and runs on Linux, Mac, Windows, Api.
Standout strengths include standard k8s packaging, reusable charts, large chart ecosystem. Worth weighing: templating can get complex, values sprawl in big charts.
Helm pricing
Pros
- Standard K8s packaging
- Reusable charts
- Large chart ecosystem
Cons
- Templating can get complex
- Values sprawl in big charts
Helm vs alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
What is Helm?
Helm is the package manager for Kubernetes, using charts to define, install, and upgrade complex application deployments.
How much does Helm cost?
Helm is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does Helm have a free trial?
Helm offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Helm support?
Helm is available on Linux, Mac, Windows, Api.