FVM
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VisitFVM vs nvm
What both publish
| Fact | FVM | nvm |
|---|---|---|
| License | The project is licensed under the MIT License. | nvm is distributed under the MIT License, permitting use, modification, distribution and sale subject to retaining notices. |
| Project configuration | The `.fvmrc` file stores a project's Flutter version and can include project-specific settings and flavors. | nvm can use an .nvmrc file to specify a Node.js version for a project, with shell snippets documented for automatic switching. |
| Purpose | FVM manages multiple Flutter SDK versions and lets projects pin a version for consistent app builds. | nvm lets users install and use different Node.js versions from the command line. |
FVM plans
- FVMFree
nvm plans
- nvmFree
Pick FVM if…
FVM suits Flutter developers and teams who need project-specific SDK versions or consistent builds across collaborators. It also fits workflows that use CI/CD automation or custom Flutter repositories.
Pick nvm if…
nvm suits developers who need to manage Node.js versions from the command line, including per-project version selection and CI/CD use. It is intended for per-user, per-shell installation.