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Snapset vs Orbit

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Snapset compared with Orbit
DetailSnapset logo SnapsetOrbit logo Orbit
What it doesNext-generation Mac window manager that remembers your entire workspace Local project workspace for developers on macOS
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Pricing modelPaid Freemium
PricingPersonal: $35 one-time payment for 1 Mac. Team: starts at 2 seats with Seat 1 at $35 per seat (full price), Seats 2–9 at $31.50 per seat (10% off), Seats 10–24 at $29.75 per seat (15% off), Seats 25+ at $28 per seat (20% off). Free: 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.
Key features
  • Save and restore complete workspace layouts including windows, tabs, and folder locations
  • Automatic layout switching based on display configuration detection
  • Keyboard shortcuts and hotkey assignment for layout switching
  • App triggers that apply assigned layout when specific apps open
  • Automatic restore on Mac wake from sleep
  • Restore browser tabs from Chrome, Safari, Edge, Firefox, and Brave
  • Fast layout switching in as little as 0.6 seconds
  • Works with unlimited displays per Mac
  • 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
What makes it different
  • One-time purchase with no subscription required
  • Voice control with local speech processing that doesn't leave your Mac
  • Automatic detection and adaptation to different display setups
  • 30-day money-back guarantee with no questions asked
  • Continuous updates for new macOS versions at no extra cost
  • 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
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Community votes02
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)1 +1 (up) since last check12 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)011
Citation Flow (Majestic)2214
Referring domains (Majestic)108

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