Open core pricing for production virtualization

kcore keeps the core platform open source under Apache-2.0, while paid subscriptions provide the official production-ready distribution, stable updates, and support.

Open core

The open-source core remains available to everyone under Apache-2.0. You can build from source, run it in your lab, and contribute without a subscription.

Subscriptions fund the official signed ISOs, the curated enterprise update channel, tested production releases, and commercial support. They do not change the licence on the public source tree.

Community Edition
Apache-2.0

Open-source core under Apache-2.0. Build from source, evaluate freely, and contribute to the project.

  • Full core platform from public source
  • Suitable for labs, homelabs, evaluation, and contributors
  • No subscription required to build or run from source
  • Commercial use of your own builds is not restricted by us beyond Apache-2.0
Source on GitHub
Premium support
kcore Premium
£299 / year / CPU socket

For teams that need faster responses, unlimited support access, and hands-on remote troubleshooting.

  • Everything in Standard (distribution and update channel)
  • Unlimited support tickets
  • Initial response within 4 hours on a business day
  • Remote support (SSH or equivalent secure session)
Subscribe

Pricing is per physical CPU socket, not per core. Production clusters should run the same subscription tier on every node for repository consistency and support eligibility.

Partner program

We run a partner program for resellers, integrators, and service providers. Email team@tacconiconsulting.com.

FAQ

Is kcore open source?

Yes. The kcore Community Edition core is open source under Apache-2.0.

Do I need a subscription to use kcore?

No. You can build and use Community Edition without a subscription. A subscription is for the official supported distribution, enterprise update channel, and commercial support.

What does a subscription include?

Official signed ISO images, stable enterprise updates, tested production releases, and commercial support. Optional offline subscription key activation may be offered when available.

How is pricing calculated?

Per physical CPU socket, not per core.