pkgman
6.8#35 in package managersFree planFree planLinux
Visitpkgman vs vcpkg
What both publish
| Fact | pkgman | vcpkg |
|---|---|---|
| Dependency resolution | Yes | Yes |
| Package formats | HPKG | C/C++ libraries |
| Purpose | pkgman is a Haiku command-line tool for package management. | vcpkg is a C/C++ package manager for acquiring and managing libraries. |
| Security | The project says infrastructure data is kept private on a need-to-know basis and provides an email address for vulnerability reports. | The project says most ports build libraries using their original build systems and download source code and tools from their official distribution locations. |
| Supported platforms | Haiku OS | Windows,macOS,Linux,Android,iOS |
pkgman plans
- pkgmanFree
vcpkg plans
- FreeFree
Pick pkgman if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
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.