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Description:
Orchestration with Kubernetes on Apple
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.4.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @MacStadium  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Devops
Tags: macos kubernetes ci-cd virtualization devops containers
Install: brew install --cask orka
About:
Orka CLI is a command-line interface for Orka, a MacStadium product that enables running macOS and Linux containers on Apple hardware. It orchestrates virtual machines using Kubernetes to provide scalable CI/CD environments for macOS builds. This tool allows developers to manage and deploy containerized macOS instances directly from the terminal.
Key Features:
  • Create and manage macOS virtual machines on Apple hardware
  • Kubernetes-based orchestration for containerized workloads
  • Seamless integration with CI/CD pipelines
  • Command-line interface for easy automation
  • Support for both macOS and Linux container images
Use Cases:
  • Running macOS builds in CI/CD pipelines
  • Scaling development environments for iOS/macOS apps
  • Automated testing of Apple platform applications
  • Managing cloud-based Mac infrastructure
Alternatives:
  • Anka Build – Similar macOS virtualization solution but with different pricing and management model
  • MacStadium Cloud – Orka CLI provides programmatic access while Cloud offers GUI-based management
Version History
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Aug 5, 2025 2:22pm 2.4.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 8fa20e7f
Dec 23, 2023 9:39pm 2.4.0 0 VERSION_BUMP b6053ff8
Aug 4, 2023 5:34pm 2.4.0 0 NEW 4e92f609
Jan 31, 2023 5:05am 2.4.0 0 VERSION_BUMP ec123195
Nov 2, 2022 10:05am 2.3.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 9a05d90a
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