Miniconda

6.9easy start · #10 of 27
in Python Package Managers

Free to practise onyes
Free trialnot on record
Well documentedyes
Runs where you workyes

Runs on Linux, Mac, Windows.

Miniconda is ranked #10 of 27 in Python package managers on The Geeks Club. It runs on Linux, macOS, Windows. There is a free plan.

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Miniconda Free Free to download, install, use, and update; package access through Anaconda’s repositories is subject to its Terms of Service. Minimal installer with conda, Python, and dependencies · 400 MB minimum disk space · repository access may require a commercial license for organizations with 200 or more employees/contractors anaconda.com · 4 Oct 2026

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Free plan: Yes
Lockfile support: Yes
Environment management: Yes
Private registry: Yes
Supported platforms: cross-platform

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The record

Purpose: Miniconda installs conda, Python, and their dependencies in a minimal base environment so users can build project environments from scratch.
Package access: Miniconda provides access to the same package repositories and environment management capabilities as Anaconda Distribution.
Who it is for: Anaconda recommends Miniconda for users comfortable at the command line who know which packages they need.
Automation use: Anaconda describes Miniconda as a lightweight starting point for containers, CI/CD pipelines, and other automated workflows.
No graphical interface: Miniconda includes no graphical interface or extra packages in its minimal installation.
Operating systems: The current system requirements list Windows 11 version 23H2 or later, macOS 12.1 or later for Apple Silicon, and Linux.
Architecture support: The listed architectures are 64-bit x86 for Windows, Apple Silicon ARM64 for macOS, and 64-bit x86 or aarch64 for Linux.
System requirements: The installer requires at least 400 MB of disk space; current Linux installers require glibc 2.28 or later.
Installation permissions: Anaconda recommends a local-user installation, which does not require administrator permissions; system-wide installation is also possible with administrator permissions.
License condition: Miniconda installation itself does not require a commercial license for organizations over 200 employees or contractors, but access to package updates can trigger licensing requirements.
Repository terms: Miniconda points to Anaconda’s Basic Repository by default, and users of the newest release are prompted to accept repository terms before accessing Anaconda repositories.
Download verification: Anaconda’s Miniconda download index lists installer filenames, sizes, modification dates, and SHA256 checksums.
Company: Anaconda was founded by Peter Wang and Travis Oliphant in 2012.
Price from: Free

Where it ranks on The Geeks Club

Best Python Package Managers in 2026#10 of 27

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anaconda.com/docs/getting-started/concepts/anaconda-· checked 4 Oct 2026
anaconda.com/docs/getting-started/miniconda/system-r· checked 4 Oct 2026
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anaconda.com/about-us· checked 4 Oct 2026