Orbit for Mac

Overview

Orbit for Mac is a lightweight, local-first email and workspace manager designed to simplify multi-account Google management on macOS. Built using native Swift and macOS WebKit, Orbit isolates each Google account into its own dedicated container with independent session cookies, notifications, and unread badges. By rendering the official Gmail web interface alongside Google Calendar, Drive, Meet, and Gemini, Orbit eliminates the need to run bulky Chromium instances or manage confusing browser profiles.

What it does

• • Isolates multiple Google accounts into distinct macOS WebKit containers with separate session cookies
• • Renders native Gmail, Google Calendar, Drive, Meet, and Gemini web interfaces inside a unified 12 MB app
• • Enables instant account switching using keyboard shortcuts from ⌘1 to ⌘9 without reloading pages
• • Delivers per-account unread badges and localized desktop notifications without routing data through third-party servers.

Who it's for

• Freelancers & Agency Owners
• Fractional Executives & Consultants
• Privacy-Conscious Professionals
• Mac Power Users Juggling Multiple Gmail Accounts

Why it works

• Zero server infrastructure preserves data privacy by keeping all login sessions strictly local to the device
• Built using native Swift and WebKit to consume minimal system memory compared to Chromium-based competitors
• One-time purchase model avoids recurring monthly subscription fees for personal email management tools
• Instant hotkey switching keeps all account rooms pre-loaded in memory for lag-free context shifts.

Founder story

Orbit for Mac was created in 2026 by developer Andrew Kwak. Frustrated by managing nine different client and personal Gmail accounts across multiple Chrome profiles—and nearly sending client emails from his personal address—he built Orbit. Designed as a 12 MB Swift application, Orbit offers an isolated, local-first workspace for every Google account without server overhead.

Alternatives

• Mimestream
• Boxy Suite
• Shortwave
• Sidekick Browser

Comparison overview

• Orbit for Mac runs directly on native macOS WebKit with zero intermediary server sync or cloud infrastructure.
• Alternative email clients like Mimestream rely on official Gmail APIs, while multi-profile browsers like Sidekick require heavy Chromium installations and cloud subscription sync.