Orca is a desktop IDE for running multiple AI coding agents side by side. Every task gets its own git worktree, its own agent terminal, and its own browser tab — so you can fan out work across Claude Code, Codex, Cursor CLI, and friends without stashing, branch-juggling, or losing flow.
When to use Orca
- You want three agents trying the same bug in parallel and to pick the winner.
- You want to review AI-generated diffs seriously before you ship them.
- You already pay for Claude Code, Codex, or Cursor CLI and want one place to orchestrate them.
- You want agents to run remotely over SSH without giving up your IDE.
Who it's for
Orca is designed for people who already write code for a living and want to use AI as leverage — not as a replacement. It assumes you read diffs, care about commits, and keep a worktree tidy. If you're looking for a no-code tool, Orca is not that.
What Orca is not
- Not a model. Orca runs agents you already use — bring your own Claude, Codex, or OpenCode subscription.
- Not a git replacement. Every worktree is a real git worktree. You can cd in and use plain git whenever you want.
- Not cloud-only. Orca runs locally. Remote agents happen through SSH to machines you own.
Publisher’s description
What is Orca?
Orca by stablyai is open-source Windows software in the ides & code editors category. It is written in TypeScript.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (NSIS) installers for 64-bit Windows. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.4.242, released on October 27, 2026. The version history goes back to June 27, 2026: 101 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (stablyai/orca) has 102,066 stars. Similar programs include OpenCode, Apache NetBeans and Node.js (LTS).
Project description on GitHub: “Orca is the place for working with a fleet of agents (e.g. Grok Bot, Claude Code). Run any coding agent with your own subscription. Available on desktop, mobile and remote runtime.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
- Large user base
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: Orca is an open-source ides & code editor tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Orca safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
9D3E8639CAACB61C3AF2510A39069016E1A744D7425A146186A050E5978224EF· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 101 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4.242Latest | October 27, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.241 | October 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.240 | October 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.238 | October 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.237 | October 21, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.235 | October 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.233 | October 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 1.4.230 | October 19, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id StablyAI.Orca -eorca-windows-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- stablyai
- Category
- IDEs & code editors
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/stablyai/orca
- Written in
- TypeScript
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 1.4.242
- Released
- October 27, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 2, 2026
- Versions listed
- 101
- GitHub stars
- 102,066
- GitHub forks
- 6,447
- Website
- onorca.dev
- winget ID
- StablyAI.Orca
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Orca free?
Yes. Orca is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Orca safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Orca with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Orca be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Orca run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Orca?
The versions page lists all 101 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 27, 2026.
What are alternatives to Orca?
OpenCode, Apache NetBeans, Node.js (LTS), RStudio and VSCodium. The alternatives page compares them.
