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NVS (Node Version Switcher) vs n: catalog facts
NVS (Node Version Switcher)n
Free

Free and open source.

Free

Free and open source under the MIT license.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line macOS, Linux, Command line
  • One tool across Windows, macOS and Linux
  • Supports Node.js forks as well as official releases
  • Installs and switches between Node.js versions
  • Supports interactive version selection
  • Development pace is slow
  • Command-line only
  • Does not work in native Windows shells
  • Requires Node.js for npm-based installation
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: MIT License: MIT
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 8, 2026

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