NuGet
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VisitNuGet vs vcpkg
What both publish
| Fact | NuGet | vcpkg |
|---|---|---|
| Dependency management | NuGet resolves package dependency graphs and records package identifiers and versions so dependencies can be restored across machines and build servers. | Manifest files let projects declare dependencies, optional features, and version constraints. |
| Dependency resolution | Yes | Yes |
| Offline installation | Yes | Yes |
| Package formats | .nupkg,.snupkg | C/C++ libraries |
| Private registry auth | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | NuGet is the package manager for .NET, providing tools to create, share, and consume packages. | vcpkg is a C/C++ package manager for acquiring and managing libraries. |
| Support | The NuGet Gallery directs users with questions to its contact page and provides a service-status page for NuGet.org and related services. | The project lists documentation, a development-team support contact, and community channels including Discord and Slack. |
| Supported platforms | Windows,macOS,Linux,.NET | Windows,macOS,Linux,Android,iOS |
NuGet plans
No prices published.
vcpkg plans
- FreeFree
Pick NuGet if…
NuGet suits .NET library creators and consumers who need to package, publish, or manage dependencies. It also supports teams using private feeds or restoring packages in builds.
Pick vcpkg if…
vcpkg suits developers managing C or C++ dependencies across supported platforms, especially projects that need version constraints, caching, or custom registries. It also fits teams using CMake or MSBuild.