OrbStack
7.2#2 in container runtime softwareFrom $8 a monthFree planAPImacOS
VisitOrbStack vs Telepresence
Telepresence
6.1#29 in container development environmentsFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | OrbStack | Telepresence |
|---|---|---|
| Support | Official support is offered through email, discussions, an issue tracker and a Discord community. | The project directs users to GitHub Discussions and the CNCF Slack community for questions. |
OrbStack plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$8 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Telepresence plans
- Telepresence OSSFree
Pick OrbStack if…
OrbStack suits macOS users who want local containers, Linux machines, or a lightweight Kubernetes cluster for development. Personal users can use the free plan, while commercial users need a per-user license.
Pick Telepresence if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.