Zero configuration. Isolated PHP versions per project. Automatic SSL and DNS. Stop fighting Laravel Homestead configurations and start coding in seconds.
Supports Ubuntu, Debian, Arch, and Fedora.
Native performance without the container complexity. Designed for modern PHP workflows.
Built specifically for Linux distributions. No containers, no virtual machines, just pure native performance.
Forget Nginx configurations. Chauffeur handles routing, FPM sockets, and DNS automatically.
Generate locally trusted SSL certificates with a simple flag. Secure your sites with HTTPS instantly.
Run PHP 7.4 through 8.4 simultaneously. Project-level isolation means no version conflicts.
Smart process management sleeps idle workers. Uses 98% less RAM than Laravel Homestead.
Automatic local DNS resolution. Just create a folder and visit foldername.test.
Built by developers who understand Linux architecture. Chauffeur combines the simplicity of Valet with the power of native Linux system design—without the pollution.
Stop polluting your system folders. Chauffeur creates a self-contained environment in your home directory.
A clean, intuitive command-line interface designed for speed.
Serve the current directory
See how Chauffeur compares to traditional development environments in resource usage and performance.
| Aspect | Chauffeur | Laravel Homestead | Manual Setup |
|---|---|---|---|
Memory Usage 5 active projects | ~65 MB | ~4 GB | ~450 MB |
Startup Time Cold boot | <2s | 90-180s | ~5s |
Disk Space Base installation | ~50 MB | ~2 GB | ~100 MB |
Isolation Process separation | Native | Container | None |
System Access Root required | No | Setup only | Yes |
SSL Management Automatic HTTPS | Built-in | Manual | Manual |
Shared FPM pools and native processes eliminate container overhead
No container initialization or virtualization layers to slow you down
Automatic SSL, DNS, and routing. Just focus on your code.