Homebrew
6.9#3 in app installationFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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Void Linux
6.0#11 in app installationFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Homebrew | Void Linux |
|---|---|---|
| Package manager | Homebrew installs UNIX tools on macOS and software not packaged for a Linux distribution. | XBPS is Void’s package manager and supports installing, updating, and removing software. |
| Project model | Homebrew is a non-profit project run entirely by volunteers, not employees, and donations support its software, hardware and hosting costs. | Void Linux is an independent distribution developed entirely by volunteers. |
| Support | Homebrew directs users to GitHub Discussions and its issue form for help; support coverage varies by system configuration tier. | The project directs users to its #voidlinux IRC channel on Libera.Chat and the Void Linux subreddit for questions. |
Homebrew plans
- HomebrewFree
Void Linux plans
- Void LinuxFree
Pick Homebrew if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Void Linux if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.