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ArcBoxOrbStack
Free

The local runtime is free and open source under MIT/Apache-2.0.

 Freemium

Free for personal use. Commercial use requires a paid licence.

macOS, Command line macOS
  • Runs Docker-compatible containers and a local Kubernetes cluster
  • Supports full Linux VMs and disposable microVM sandboxes
  • Starts in seconds and uses far less memory and battery than Docker Desktop
  • Runs full Linux machines alongside containers with host networking integration
  • The local runtime is for macOS
  • macOS only
  • Commercial use requires a paid licence
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: MIT OR Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 8, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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