OrbStack
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OrbStack. Is a native macOS app for Docker containers, local Kubernetes, and full Linux machines.
Blurb
Say goodbye to slow, clunky containers and VMs. The fast, light, and easy way to run containers and Linux. Develop at lightspeed with our Docker Desktop alternative.
Summary
Garden stance: We assess OrbStack for our estate.
Key points:
| Topic | Notes |
|---|---|
| Install | https://orbstack.dev/download or brew install --cask orbstack |
| Migration | One-click import from Docker Desktop per OrbStack docs |
| CLI | docker, docker compose, kubectl, and orb commands |
| Kubernetes | Optional local cluster; compare feature depth to Rancher Desktop |
| Networking | localhost forwarding, IPv6, VPN-friendly DNS |
| Compare | OrbStack vs Docker Desktop |
References
Details
| Topic | Notes |
|---|---|
| Install | https://orbstack.dev/download or brew install --cask orbstack |
| Migration | One-click import from Docker Desktop per OrbStack docs |
| CLI | docker, docker compose, kubectl, and orb commands |
| Kubernetes | Optional local cluster; compare feature depth to Rancher Desktop |
| Networking | localhost forwarding, IPv6, VPN-friendly DNS |
| Compare | OrbStack vs Docker Desktop |
References