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fnm

fnm (Fast Node Manager) is a Node.js version manager built with Rust, designed for speed and simplicity.

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Our verdict

Who it's for

Fast and simple Node.js version manager, built in Rust for cross-platform development.

Who should look elsewhere

Smaller than nvm

Pros

  • +Fast Node version manager
  • +Rust-based
  • +Cross-platform
  • +Shell integration
  • +Good performance

Cons

  • −Smaller than nvm
  • −Community smaller
  • −Some edge cases
  • −Windows support newer
  • −Less documentation

Key features

  • ✓Node version manager
  • ✓Fast switching
  • ✓Cross-platform
  • ✓Shell integration
  • ✓.nvmrc support
  • ✓Rust-based

Pricing

PlanPriceBillingNotes
Free$0monthFast Node.js version management; Cross-platform; Shell integration

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