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Orbit vs Quotchi

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Orbit compared with Quotchi
DetailOrbit logo OrbitQuotchi logo Quotchi
What it doesLocal project workspace for developers on macOS A Mac menu bar companion that shows Claude Code and Codex usage limits, reset times and gentle alerts, with optional Gemini app usage.
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inGB CR
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: up to 3 projects with all core features. Pro: $29/year for unlimited projects, priority email support, all future updates, and activation on 3 devices. Free: $0 forever. Pro: $5 launch price (then $8 after 50 licenses, rising $3 every 50 licenses up to $19 regular price), one-time lifetime license for 2 Macs.
Key features
  • Keep repositories, tasks, notes, and files together in one workspace
  • GitHub and GitLab integration with repository activity in project inbox
  • Dependency checking for security advisories and updates
  • AI-powered note-to-task conversion via scratchpad
  • MCP integration for AI client connections
  • Task boards and lists
  • Document and assets management
  • Local storage with no cloud upload required
  • Support for multiple linked repositories per project
  • Works on Apple silicon and Intel Macs
  • Menu bar display of Claude Code and Codex usage percentages and reset times
  • Visual sloth indicator showing three usage states
  • Optional Gemini app usage monitoring
  • Desktop companion display showing waiting sessions
  • Local history and pattern analysis
What makes it different
  • Everything stays on your Mac with no cloud upload
  • Keeps code in original folders while organizing project context
  • GitHub and GitLab activity surfaced directly in projects
  • Optional AI features without vendor lock-in
  • Free tier supports up to 3 projects with all core features
  • One calm glance at all your AI coding limits instead of tab-hopping or using /usage commands
  • Local-first design with no data collection of prompts or credentials
  • Pay once for lifetime Pro license instead of subscription
  • Visual sloth mood indicator that removes guessing about capacity
  • Notifications when limits reset so you can resume work immediately
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes20
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)12 +1 (up) since last check6 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)112
Citation Flow (Majestic)1415
Referring domains (Majestic)84

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