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cnpm vs Rush
Both stand on javascript package managers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
Choose cnpm if you need a free npm client for the China mirror and its read-only mirror workflow fits your package tasks. The project recommends moving to utoo, and cnpm's default installer cannot install from shrinkwrap files.
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Rush combines dependency management, build orchestration, and package publishing for JavaScript monorepos. Its experimental plugin framework and community-based support are important considerations.
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| cnpm | Rush | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | rushjs.io |
| On javascript package managers | #5 of 19 | #9 of 19 |
cnpm: what it does well
- Free to use.
- Supports Linux, macOS, Windows, and self-hosting.
- Supports npm commands, including package synchronization.
- Can configure a private-registry npm CLI.
- MIT license.
What to know first
- Requires Node.js 20 or later, with LTS recommended.
- The project recommends migrating to utoo.
- The mirror excludes write-related operations.
- npminstall cannot install from shrinkwrap files.
Rush: what it does well
- Supports PNPM, NPM, and Yarn
- Builds can be parallel, subset, incremental, or distributed
- Projects can be moved without code changes
- Dependency policies can promote consistent versions
What to know first
- Plugin framework is marked experimental
- Microsoft does not provide official support