Spago
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VisitSpago vs vcpkg
What both publish
| Fact | Spago | vcpkg |
|---|---|---|
| Dependency resolution | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Notable limitation | The current codebase dropped the build and test watch flags supported by legacy Spago. | The project notes that firewall access requirements depend on which ports are being installed. |
| Package formats | PureScript Registry packages; local path packages; Git repositories | C/C++ libraries |
| Purpose | Spago is a PureScript package manager and build tool. | vcpkg is a C/C++ package manager for acquiring and managing libraries. |
| Supported platforms | Windows,Linux,macOS,Node.js | Windows,macOS,Linux,Android,iOS |
Spago plans
- SpagoFree
vcpkg plans
- FreeFree
Pick Spago 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.