Chocolatey
Automates packaging, installation, upgrading, and removal of software on Windows systems through a command-line tool, built on NuGet
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| + | Command-Line Installs open source | Installs, upgrades, and removes Windows software using a single command instead of manual installer wizards. |
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| + | Package Creation open source | Builds custom packages, including ones intended for fully offline distribution. |
| + | Internal Repository Hosting open source | Serves packages from a self-hosted, private, or authenticated feed instead of the public community source. |
| + | Bulk Upgrades open source | Upgrades every Chocolatey-managed package on a machine with one command. |
| + | Package Shims open source | Adds installed executables to the system PATH automatically so they are usable immediately after install. |
| + | Built-in PowerShell Functions open source | Provides over 30 reusable PowerShell helper functions for writing package install scripts. |
| + | Package Extensions open source | Extends core functionality through custom PowerShell modules added as extensions. |
| + | Package Internalizer pro, business | Converts existing community packages into self-contained versions that no longer require external internet access. |
| + | Package Builder pro, business | Generates a working package from an installer file automatically within seconds. |
...11 more features/limitations. Contact us to get a complete list of features and system requirements.
System Requirements
| # | Minimum |
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| 1 | Windows Server 2008 R2 or Windows 10 (and later, per Microsoft’s own support lifecycle) |
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Ratings
4.505
| Capterra | 4.85 based on 6 reviews |
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| G2CROWD | 4.55 based on 15 reviews |
| TrustRadius | 8.410 based on 6 reviews |
Notes
- Chocolatey ships in three editions — Open Source (free, Apache-2.0), Pro, and Business (C4B) — see the edition comparison for a full breakdown.
- A separate graphical front-end, Chocolatey GUI, is available for people who prefer not to use the command line, and can be installed via chocolatey.