fpm
6.0#17 in software packaging toolsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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WiX Toolset
6.6#4 in software packaging toolsFrom $6,500 a yearFree planAPIExtensionWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | fpm | WiX Toolset |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | fpm is a command-line tool for creating packages for existing package systems with less effort. | WiX lets developers create installers for Windows Installer, the Windows installation engine. |
fpm plans
- fpmFree
WiX Toolset plans
- WiX Toolset source codeFree
- Personal Consultation$650, paid once
- Code Review$1,500, paid once
- WiX Developer Direct$6,500 a year
Pick fpm if…
fpm suits developers and administrators who need to create or convert packages for existing package systems from a command line. It is available for Linux, macOS, and self-hosted use.
Pick WiX Toolset if…
It suits developers who need to create Windows installers and integrate packaging into automated builds. Organizations above the stated revenue threshold should account for the maintenance-fee requirement.