OrbStack
Docker and Linux machines, light as a feather.
About OrbStack
OrbStack runs containers and Linux VMs with a fraction of the memory and battery cost of the alternatives, and starts in about two seconds.
Install OrbStack
Download it from the links above, or install it from the Terminal:
brew install --cask orbstack Questions about OrbStack
Is OrbStack free?
OrbStack is free to download and use, with paid upgrades for extra features.
Where can I download OrbStack for Mac?
Download OrbStack from the developer's website (orbstack.dev). MacWorthy links only to official sources.
Can I install OrbStack from the Terminal?
Yes. With Homebrew, run brew install --cask orbstack.
What are good alternatives to OrbStack?
Other developer tools apps for Mac worth a look are Zed (open source), Ghostty (open source), Warp (free + pro) and iTerm2 (open source).
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