fnm

What it is

fnm is a lightweight and fast Node.js version manager designed to work seamlessly across different operating systems. It allows developers to easily switch between multiple versions of Node.js, making it easier to manage projects with varying dependencies.

fnm stands out for its cross-platform compatibility and ease of use, making it an ideal choice for developers working in diverse environments who need to manage multiple Node.js versions efficiently.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Limited documentation and examples

   The official documentation lacks detailed explanations and practical use cases, making it difficult for new users to understand how to fully leverage fnm's features.

2. 02

   Small community and limited support

   Due to its relatively recent development, the community around fnm is small compared to more established tools like nvm or asdf. This results in fewer resources for troubleshooting and less frequent updates.

3. 03

   Complex setup on some operating systems

   Setting up fnm on certain configurations of Windows can be challenging due to shell integration requirements, which may not work out-of-the-box with all terminal emulators or shells.

What it does well

• Cross-platform support for Windows, macOS, and Linux

• Fast switching between Node.js versions

• Lightweight and easy to install

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.