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LazyVim vs NvChad

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LazyVimNvChad
LanguageLuaLua
LicenceApache-2.0GPL-3.0
Stars28k29k
Latestv16.0.2v2.5
Last push2026-11-082026-10-24
Release cadenceabout 61 days between releasestoo few releases
Active contributors5 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Visual Studio Code. Alternatives to Visual Studio Code →

    PartialLazyVimA Neovim distribution with LSP, completion, git and a file explorer set up; terminal-based, with fewer extensions.

    PartialNvChadA Neovim setup with LSP, a file tree and a theme switcher; terminal-based, with fewer extensions.