Tech riderRev. 20 Sept 2026
setuptools
- 1Runs onWindows, Mac, Linux
- 2CostsNot stated by the maker
- 3Lockfile supportNo
- 4Environment managementNo
- 5Package publishingNo
- 6Dependency groupsYes
- 7Supported platformscross-platform
6 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: setuptools.pypa.io
Overview
setuptools is ranked #18 of 27 in Python package managers on Specifiction. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.
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- Environment management
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- Package publishing
- Nosetuptools.pypa.io
- Dependency groups
- Yessetuptools.pypa.io
- Supported platforms
- cross-platformsetuptools.pypa.io
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Where it ranks on Specifiction
- Best Python Package Managers in 2026#18 of 27
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