Lens K8S IDE
The #1 IDE for Kubernetes, bringing clarity and control to Kubernetes, now with AI.
Last updated September 2, 2026
Overview
Lens K8S IDE is an IDE for Kubernetes. It is described as the #1 IDE for Kubernetes, trusted by the world's best product teams. It offers features such as Ask AI, which brings AI coding agents into the cluster, and integration with Flux and Argo CD. It is under the stewardship of Mirantis.
History
Lens K8S IDE is an IDE for Kubernetes. The journey began in 2015 with a simple yet powerful idea: to create a user-friendly interface that would make navigating the complexities of cloud-native technologies a breeze. The release of Lens Desktop in 2019 expanded Kubernetes management to a wider audience. Mirantis acquired Lens in 2020, starting a new chapter of growth and enhanced capabilities. Under Mirantis, Lens continues to lead as the number one Kubernetes management tool.
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