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Mix vs pkgsrc
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 LinuxMacWindows
Mix covers the main build, test, dependency, and release tasks in Elixir development. Its broad platform and dependency support make it useful for varied project setups.
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pkgsrc offers a broad, configurable package framework with source, binary, and security-audit capabilities. Its value is greatest for users working across supported UNIX-like environments.
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| Mix | pkgsrc | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | mix.hexdocs.pm | pkgsrc.org |
| On package managers | #45 of 93 | #41 of 93 |
Mix: what it does well
- Manages multiple dependency types
- Provides dependency resolution and lockfiles
- Supports custom command-line tasks
- Includes testing and release tasks
- Works across macOS, GNU/Linux, BSD, and Windows
What to know first
- Elixir v1.20.4 requires Erlang 27.0 or later
- Primarily designed for Elixir projects
- Offline installation still depends on available packages
pkgsrc: what it does well
- Catalog contains over 26,000 packages
- Supports source and binary packages
- Works across many UNIX-like operating systems
- Allows unprivileged installation
- Provides vulnerability auditing with pkg_admin
What to know first
- Focused on UNIX-like systems
- Package management may require system administration knowledge
- No graphical desktop platform is listed