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Apache MavenGradle
Free

Free and open source from the Apache Software Foundation.

 Free

The build tool is free and open source; an optional paid Security Subscription adds…

Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line
  • Standard project layout and dependency management for Java
  • Large plugin ecosystem
  • Build scripts in Kotlin or Groovy DSLs
  • Build caching and parallel execution for faster incremental builds
  • XML configuration is verbose
  • Less flexible than script-based build tools such as Gradle
  • Build logic can become complex on large projects
  • Extended security maintenance beyond end of life requires a paid subscription
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: Apache-2.0 License: Apache-2.0
No account needed No account needed
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Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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