Compare Chocolatey Editions
| Open Source | Pro | Business (C4B) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Create Packages (even offline) / Customize Packaging Templates | |||
| Host Your Own Package Repository - Chocolatey supports multiple package sources including your own internal (private and/or authenticated) feeds! | |||
| Integration with other tools - Chocolatey works with all infrastructure management and RMM tools! | |||
| Package Shims - Adds exes to known PATH, use immediately after installing! | |||
| Upgrade all software with one command - it's like Windows Update, but for all your internal and 3rd party software! | |||
| 30+ built-in PowerShell functions - turns complex software management tasks into one line function calls! | |||
| Package Extensions - Extend Chocolatey with your own PowerShell Modules (extensions)! | |||
| Enhanced functionality, additional PowerShell functions - giving you more control, reliability, smoother usage, and covering more scenarios that make sense for organizations! | |||
| Manually Internalize Packages - Take existing community packages and convert for offline use. | |||
| Package Internalizer - Convert existing community packages for complete offline / reliable use (removes need for internet access from community packages) with one command that can be automated/scheduled! | |||
| Package Builder - Detect and create full software deployments in 5-10 seconds! | |||
| Direct Installer (aka Package-less Install) - Install and upgrade directly from exe/msi files! | |||
| Generate Packages from Programs and Features - create packages for all current installs in under 60 seconds?! | |||
| Background Mode / Self-Service Installer - Chocolatey as a background service so admins and non-admins alike can manage software! | |||
| Chocolatey Central Management - Reporting and management of software for your entire organization from one location! | Reporting / Deployments | ||
| Chocolatey For Business Quick Start Guide - All recommended infrastructure deployed by just 7 PowerShell scripts! | |||
| Chocolatey For Business Azure Environment - All recommended infrastructure as a deployable resource through the Microsoft Azure Marketplace! | |||
| Package Synchronizer - Automatic Sync - keep installed Chocolatey packages synced up with software they are tracking when upgrades and uninstalls are performed outside of Chocolatey! | |||
| Package Synchronizer - Sync Command - create packages out of Programs and Features and bring existing software installations under Chocolatey management! | |||
| Package Audit - see who installed what/when! | |||
| Package Reducer - reduce the size of your package directories automatically! | |||
| Package Throttle - reduce download speeds for low bandwidth environments! | |||
| Install Directory Override - one switch for all installers! | |||
| Download CDN Cache - no more 404s! | |||
| Runtime Malware/Virus Protection - stay protected! | |||
| Package Downloader - download existing packages with an easy command! | |||
| Priorization of Bugs and Features | |||
| Packaging Support Services - You upload your troublesome installers, we provide you fully automated packages | Cost Per Use at Any Time | ||
| Support for Community Packages | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Email Support | 8 Incidents Annually | ||
| Phone Support | Available add-on w/Premium Support | ||
| Licensing & Terms | Apache v2.0 | Apache v2.0 + Additional EULA | Master Software License Agreement (redline signature format available on request) |
| Install Now | Purchase | Contact SalesPurchase |
* Disclaimer: Estimated release dates do not constitute, and should not be construed as, a promise or commitment by Chocolatey Software, Inc (Chocolatey Software) to develop, market, or deliver any particular product, feature, or function. The timing and content of Chocolatey Software future product releases could differ materially from the expectations discussed here. Chocolatey Software reserves the right to change product plans or roadmap at any time.