Pixi
7.6#3 in package managersFrom €42 a monthFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitPixi vs Zero Install
Zero Install
6.5#53 in package managersFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Pixi | Zero Install |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The documentation covers integrations with VS Code, JetBrains, Zed, RStudio, JupyterLab, GitHub Actions, and Direnv. | Zero Install can use packages installed by a Linux distribution and can use PackageKit to install system packages when no Zero Install package is available. |
| Support | Enterprise support offers contracted response times, issue triage, supported versions, backports, and direct maintainer access. | The project directs bug reports and feature requests to GitHub Issues and offers a mailing list for questions and suggestions. |
Pixi plans
- Free (prefix.dev package hosting)Free
- Open Source (prefix.dev package hosting)Free
- Pro (prefix.dev package hosting)€42 a month
- Enterprise (prefix.dev package hosting)Priced on request
Zero Install plans
- Zero InstallFree
Pick Pixi if…
Pixi suits developers working in robotics, data science, machine learning, and other software development workflows who need reproducible environments. Its documented platforms include Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Pick Zero Install if…
Zero Install may suit users who want to run software without a traditional system install, and developers who publish or manage software feeds. Its administrator limitation is relevant for organizations that need to control which programs users can access.