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OrbStack

OrbStack

Fast, light, simple Docker & Linux on macOS

5.0•11 reviews•

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Fast, light, simple Docker & Linux on macOS

5.0•11 reviews•

245 followers

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OrbStack is a fast, light, and simple way to run containers and Linux machines on macOS. It's a supercharged alternative to Docker Desktop and WSL, all in one easy-to-use app.
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OrbStack reviews

The community submitted 11 reviews to tell us what they like about OrbStack, what OrbStack can do better, and more.

5.0
Based on 11 reviews
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OrbStack is highly praised for its speed and lightweight nature, making it an excellent alternative to Docker Desktop for macOS users. Users appreciate its performance, stability, and ease of use, noting significant improvements over traditional Docker setups. The makers of Tinybird commend OrbStack for its effectiveness as a Docker runtime. Many reviews highlight its seamless container and VM management, with some users recommending thorough testing for production environments. Overall, OrbStack is seen as a valuable tool for those seeking efficient container solutions on macOS.

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Tinybird
Javier Santana
Javier Santana
used OrbStack to buildTinybird Forward »Tinybird
(173 points)
Tinybird Local needs a Docker runtime. We use Orbstack, and it's great.
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5mo ago
Other Reviews (10)
Xingcan HU
Xingcan HU
•6 reviews
OrbStack is rocket-fast—no more suffering through the snail pace of Docker Desktop! 🚀
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7mo ago
Matan Kleyman
Matan Kleyman
•8 reviews
Using orbstack I could run our local Kubernetes cluster easily. beforehand, using docker, my mac was not breathing.
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6mo ago
Ivan Chen
Ivan Chen
•8 reviews
OrbStack is a promising alternative, especially for macOS users who need lightweight container and VM management. However, its adoption depends on your specific needs, compatibility with existing workflows, and willingness to explore a newer platform. It’s worth experimenting with if you’re dissatisfied with existing tools like Docker Desktop, but thorough testing in your environment is recommended before making a switch for production workloads.
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7mo ago
Rahman Ramsi
Rahman Ramsi
•5 reviews
really useful as an alternative to docker desktop. it is also really fast
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1yr ago
Nicholas Sollazzo
Nicholas Sollazzo
•5 reviews
Super Light, super simple, super awesome! I thinks it's the best and easiest way to use docker and linux VM on MacOS 🤩
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1yr ago
Can Kutlu Kınay
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panda

panda

•4 reviews
It just makes working with containers like a breeze. This shows the value of ye old UNIX philosophy: do one thing good. And plus, OrbStack just keeps getting better!
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1yr ago
MikesitoX
MikesitoX
•1 review
Awesome product, must have when u work out of the office
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2yr ago
Phil Taylor
Phil Taylor
•3 reviews
Simply amazing - if you have ever tried docker for Mac then you know the issues - this drop in replacement will blow you away and then some! Performance. Stability. Compatibility. Even does IPv6 out the box unlike official docker for Mac!
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2yr ago
John Anderson
John Anderson
•1 review
OrbStack is a game changer. Its more performance than docker desktop, exposes the network to the host, and supports containers and VMs. Been amazing to use.
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2yr ago
Regina J. Ames
Regina J. Ames
•4 reviews
OrbStack is a breath of fresh air for macOS users! It's a lightweight, lightning-fast solution for running containers and Linux machines.
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2yr ago