OrbStack
7.2#2 in container runtime softwareFrom $8 a monthFree planAPImacOS
VisitOrbStack vs Tilt
What both publish
| Fact | OrbStack | Tilt |
|---|---|---|
| Support | Official support is offered through email, discussions, an issue tracker and a Discord community. | The project directs questions to the #tilt channel in Kubernetes Slack or to GitHub issues. |
OrbStack plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$8 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Tilt plans
- TiltFree
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 Tilt if…
Tilt suits teams developing microservice applications, especially those using Kubernetes and containerized services. Its standard setup also requires Docker, kubectl, and a local Kubernetes cluster.