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Kernelpanic GhostTile vs OrbStack
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Kernelpanic GhostTile
5.0Hide your running applications from Dock
OrbStack
8.5Replacement for Docker Desktop
| Metric | Kernelpanic GhostTile | OrbStack |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 5.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 9 | 21.9K |
| 90-day Installs | 38 | 56.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 128 | 137.7K |
| Version | 15,15,1510040474 | 2.1.1,20026 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 4 | 8.2K |
| GitHub Forks | - | 84 |
| Open Issues | 1 | 446 |
| License | — | MIT |
| Language | HTML | Shell |
| Last GitHub Commit | 9y ago | 8mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Mar 24, 2023 |
Reviews
Kernelpanic GhostTile
Kernelpanic GhostTile hides running applications from the Dock, offering a privacy and focus tool for macOS users who want to manage their application visibility.
Hides running applications from the Dock.
Pros
- + Enhances privacy
- + Improves focus by reducing visual clutter
- + Can hide specific applications
Cons
- - No updates since 2017
- - Compatibility issues with macOS Mojave
OrbStack
OrbStack is a lightweight and fast alternative to Docker Desktop, designed for macOS users who need simple containerization without the overhead of traditional solutions. It offers an easy-to-use interface for running Linux machines and Docker containers, making it ideal for developers seeking a streamlined workflow.
OrbStack provides a fast and simple solution for running Docker containers and Linux machines on macOS.
Pros
- + Lightweight and fast performance
- + Seamless integration with existing development workflows
- + Active and engaged developer community
- + Support for running Linux VMs on macOS
Cons
- - High number of open GitHub issues
- - Primarily developed in Shell, which may limit accessibility for some users