install4j vs Master Packager Suite
| install4j | Master Packager Suite | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | — | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Windows |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Target platforms | Windows, Windows ARM, macOS, Linux/Unix, POSIX-compatible systems | Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| Output formats | native installers, MSIX, ZIP, macOS bundles, gzipped TAR, RPM, DEB | MSI, MSIX, MST, INTUNEWIN |
| Command-line packaging | Yes | Yes |
| Silent installation | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-update support | Yes | Yes |
| CI/CD integration | Yes | — |
Both are listed in Best Software Packaging Tools. On Inferse, install4j scores higher on our published basis.