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Bun

Fast JavaScript runtime, bundler, test runner and package manager

Bun is an all-in-one JavaScript and TypeScript toolkit designed as a fast drop-in replacement for Node.js and npm.

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Pricing: Free

Platforms: Mac, Windows, Linux

Categories: Developer Tools

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Bun	Free	–	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
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Deno	Free	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
Buildkite	Free plan	–	Yes	Web, Linux, Mac, Windows
regex101	Free	–	–	Web
RegExr	Free	Yes	–	Web

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Questions

Is Bun free?

Bun is free.

What platforms does Bun run on?

Bun is available for Mac, Windows, Linux.

What are some alternatives to Bun?

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