JavaScript/Node.js Language Version Management
Version management tools for Node.js. Switch between different Node.js versions per project, integrated with package managers like npm/yarn/pnpm.
GitHub Star Comparison
| No | Name | GitHub Stars | Description | Trend | License | Type | Official Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | nvm (Node Version Manager) | ⭐ 85.9k | Most widely used Node.js version management tool. Provides simple, intuitive interface and is standardly used on Unix-like systems | Long-standing industry standard. While new tools provide more options, it remains the most widely used tool | MIT | Version Manager | Official |
| 2 | nvm-windows | ⭐ 42.0k | Windows-specific Node.js version management tool. Independently developed separate project to enable nvm usage in Windows environments | Established as standard tool for Windows developers. While fnm provides alternatives, supported for Windows-specific stability | MIT | Version Manager | Official |
| 3 | fnm (Fast Node Manager) | ⭐ 21.5k | Fast Node.js version manager written in Rust. 40x faster than nvm, full Windows support, and automatic version switching capabilities | Most promising fast tool in 2024. Increasing migration from nvm, popular among performance-focused developers. Excellent cross-platform support | GPL-3.0 | Version Manager | Official |
| 4 | n | ⭐ 19.3k | Simple and lightweight Node.js version management tool. Eliminates unnecessary features for fast, intuitive version switching | Popular among users who value simplicity. Features immediate use without configuration and lightweight nature | MIT | Version Manager | Official |
| 5 | Volta | ⭐ 12.2k | Rust-based JavaScript toolchain manager. Manages Node.js, npm, and yarn versions in an integrated way, ensuring consistency for team development | Rapidly growing in team development. Distinctive automatic version management based on package.json, increasing enterprise adoption | BSD-2-Clause | Toolchain Manager | Official |
| 6 | nvs (Node Version Switcher) | ⭐ 2.8k | Cross-platform Node.js version management tool. Provides unified interface across Windows, macOS, and Linux | Increasing adoption in cross-platform development. Particularly valued for usability in Windows environments | MIT | Version Manager | Official |