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OrbStack

Runs Docker containers and Linux machines with fast performance, low resource usage, and seamless integration.

orbstack.devDeveloper ToolsMar 2023Orbital Labs, LLC

OrbStack is a fast, light, and easy way to run Docker containers and Linux machines on macOS, solving the problem of slow and resource-heavy container and VM tools. It targets developers and IT professionals who need efficient local development environments, from freelancers to enterprise teams. Positioned as a drop-in replacement for Docker Desktop, it offers seamless integration, low resource usage, and high performance.

Key features

  • Instant startup
  • Fast network
  • Local domain names
  • Seamless integration
  • Linux machines
  • Isolated machines
  • Rosetta x86 emulation
  • Optimized for Apple Silicon
  • Low CPU usage
  • Dynamic disk
  • Native Swift app
  • SSH agent forwarding
  • File sharing
  • USB passthrough
  • Sound
  • 2-way CLI integration
  • 16 Linux distros
  • SSH Remote
  • VS Code
  • VPN-friendly
  • IPv6
  • ICMP Ping
  • Traceroute
  • Low initial memory usage
  • Accurate clock
  • Works without admin
  • Bind mounts
  • Volume files on Mac
  • Image files on Mac
  • Host networking
  • No social media activity within the last 30 days
GTM channels
  • Blog
  • Community
  • Docs
  • Changelog
ICP
  • Software developers
  • DevOps sre teams
  • IT teams