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vimy · v07,2023.11
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Double-click to run macOS virtual machines on Apple silicon Macs
brew install --cask vimy 3
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Trust Score 6/10
✓ Open source (MIT) +3
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Vimy simplifies running macOS virtual machines on Apple Silicon Macs with a double-click. It's designed for developers and testers needing multiple OS environments.
Enables running macOS virtual machines on Apple Silicon Macs via a double-click.
Maturity: Functional but with concerns about maintenance due to the last GitHub commit in 2014.
Community: Received positive HN buzz in 2023, but no Reddit discussion. Unrelated HN mentions highlight name ambiguity.
Pros
- + Simplifies VM setup with ease of use.
- + Compatible with Apple Silicon Macs.
- + Appeals to a dedicated niche user base.
Cons
- - No auto-update feature.
- - Inactive GitHub repo raises support concerns.
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