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Conan vs Hex
Both stand on 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 AndroidiPhoneLinux+2
Choose Conan for free C and C++ dependency and binary management across varied platforms and build systems. Teams needing private packages can pair it with Artifactory Community Edition on their own server. Consider that self-hosting requirement when choosing how to share private packages.
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Hex combines package distribution and documentation with organization controls for private packages and policies. Its private-package dependency restriction is worth considering when planning how an organization will use it.
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| Conan | Hex | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows | API, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Private Packages (annual): $90 per user a year |
| Plans published | 2 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Hex |
| Website | conan.io | hex.pm |
| On package managers | #4 of 93 | #24 of 93 |
Conan: what it does well
- Free and open source under the MIT License.
- Supports dependency resolution, lockfiles, workspaces, and offline installation.
- Works across desktop, server, mobile, embedded, and bare-metal targets.
- Can build unavailable binaries from source on demand.
- Integrates with a range of build systems and development tools.
What to know first
- The listed Conan and Artifactory Community Edition plans show no price amount.
- Private package hosting through Artifactory Community Edition requires a self-hosted server.
Hex: what it does well
- Dependencies can be fetched without an account.
- Works with Mix, Rebar, and erlang.mk.
- Organizations can manage access to private packages.
- Supports self-hosting a package repository.
What to know first
- Private packages have a restricted dependency scope.
- Enterprise pricing is available by contacting sales.