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Meson vs Xmake
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| Fact | Meson | Xmake |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | Lua |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 6.6k | 12k |
| Latest | 1.12.1 | v3.1.2 |
| Last push | 2026-10-14 | 2026-10-17 |
| Release cadence | about 37 days between releases | about 53 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 65 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 34 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Xmake replaces Meson. Alternatives to Meson →
Full replacementLua build files with a built-in package manager for C and C++ projects.
Meson
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Xmake
unsigned The latest release, v3.1.2, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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