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Winbox-mac vs OrbStack
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Winbox-mac
7.0MikroTik Winbox
OrbStack
8.5Replacement for Docker Desktop
| Metric | Winbox-mac | OrbStack |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.5 |
| 30-day Installs | 38 | 21.7K |
| 90-day Installs | 161 | 56.1K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.7K | 137.2K |
| Version | 3.42.0 | 2.1.1,20026 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | Yes | No |
| GitHub Stars | 1.5K | 8.2K |
| GitHub Forks | 144 | 84 |
| Open Issues | 2 | 446 |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | Shell | Shell |
| Last GitHub Commit | 11mo ago | 8mo ago |
| First Seen | Sep 24, 2018 | Mar 24, 2023 |
Reviews
Winbox-mac
MikroTik Winbox for macOS, enabling network management via Wine. Benefits network admins and MikroTik users.
Runs MikroTik Winbox on macOS using Wine.
Pros
- + Access to Winbox on macOS
- + Active GitHub community
- + Issues are addressed
Cons
- - No auto-updates
- - Potential compatibility issues
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