Hex
7.5#7 in package managersFrom $90 a yearFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitHex vs npm
What both publish
| Fact | Hex | npm |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
Hex plans
- Private Packages$9 a month
- Open SourceFree
- Private Packages (annual)$90 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
npm plans
- FreeFree
- Paid user account$7 a month
- Pro$7 a month
- Teams$7 a month
Pick Hex if…
Hex suits developers using Elixir, Erlang, or other BEAM ecosystem tools. Organizations that need private packages can use access controls, while teams needing repository hosting on their own infrastructure can consult its self-hosting documentation.
Pick npm if…
npm suits JavaScript developers who need to publish or install public packages, or manage private packages individually or in teams. It also supports workflows involving CI/CD and Docker.