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What are the best software packaging tools for Windows?
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Best software packaging tools for Windows
Price
Platforms
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InnoSetup
Free
Windows
Dec 3, 2022
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PACE Suite
Paid
Windows
Oct 28, 2022
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Master Packager
Free / Paid
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Jan 19, 2023
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CreateInstall
Free / paid
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Feb 4, 2023
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Advanced Installer
Free / paid
Windows
Dec 22, 2022
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InnoSetup
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InnoSetup
My Recommendation for
InnoSetup
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Experiences
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Pros
5
Cons
1
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Pro
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Easy to extend, add custom behavior
Can easily script own functions to run at various stages of the install / uninstall process.
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Con
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Pascal scripting
For programmers used to C and C#, the Pascal scripting syntax is something that takes a while to get used to.
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RickZeeland's Experience
Inno Setup rivals other commercial installers in features and power. Using the wizard it is easy to create a simple installer, but for more complex installers the Pascal scripting engine can be used.
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Platforms:
Windows
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Well supported
Frequent updates to keep up with the latest OS features, fix bugs. Also has attracted a good deal of 3rd party support (extensions, environments etc). Good community resources for tackling problems.
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Well written documentation
Well indexed and accurate Help file included with the scripting environment.
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32 bit / 64 bit support
Covers both 32bit and 64bit software
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Does not use Windows Installer MSI files
Uses a dependable, proven non-MSI approach to installation and uninstallation.
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Free
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PACE Suite
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ommendation
for
PACE Suite
My Recommendation for
PACE Suite
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3
Pros
1
Cons
1
Specs
Top
Pro
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Portable
All components of PACE Suite are portable applications.
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Con
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Slow to build, slow to run
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Paid
Recommend
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Master Packager
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Master Packager
My Recommendation for
Master Packager
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3
Experiences
1
Pros
2
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Pro
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Free version
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DeterminedAbundantia's Experience
Excellent. Can do what I need when it comes to MSI.
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Easy to use
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CreateInstall
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ommendation
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CreateInstall
My Recommendation for
CreateInstall
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2
Pros
1
Cons
1
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Pro
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Simple
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Con
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Missing advanced functionality
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Free / paid
Recommend
8
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Advanced Installer
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ommendation
for
Advanced Installer
My Recommendation for
Advanced Installer
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4
Experiences
2
Pros
1
Specs
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Pro
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Flexible
Flexible installer that supports different types of installation.
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CommunicativeLulal's Experience
Clean interface, one of the best packaging tools
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Specs
Platforms:
Windows
Emanuel Cojocaru's Experience
one of the best packaging software on the market
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4
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InstallForge
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ommendation
for
InstallForge
My Recommendation for
InstallForge
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4
Pros
3
Specs
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Pro
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License keys
Can generate license keys.
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Platforms:
Windows
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Pro
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Updater
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Pro
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Free
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Free
Recommend
5
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AdminStudio
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ommendation
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AdminStudio
My Recommendation for
AdminStudio
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1
Specs
Specs
Platforms:
Windows, Mac, Mobile
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Get it
here
Recommend
6
3
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InstallShield
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ommendation
for
InstallShield
My Recommendation for
InstallShield
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1
Cons
1
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Con
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Expensive
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$4,498/3 years
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7
2
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WiX Toolset
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WiX Toolset
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WiX Toolset
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NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System)
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NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System)
My Recommendation for
NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System)
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3
Pros
1
Cons
1
Specs
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Pro
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Very flexible
Installer can be coded, configured and extended via scripting language, plug-ins and the ability to link native code.
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Con
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Scripting language is un-intutive
Low level, with lots of symbol usage, macros, and registers that remind of assembly language. Sub-routines require manually pushing and popping arguments to the stack.
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Platforms:
Windows
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Free
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Silent Install Helper
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Silent Install Helper
My Recommendation for
Silent Install Helper
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1
Cons
1
Top
Con
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Might contain malware
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Get it
here
Recommend
3
1
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Apptimized Workspace
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ommendation
for
Apptimized Workspace
My Recommendation for
Apptimized Workspace
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1
Specs
Specs
Platforms:
Cloud
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490$/month
Recommend
1
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ClickInstall Windows
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ClickInstall Windows
My Recommendation for
ClickInstall Windows
$395, Free Trial
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