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Pipenv vs uv
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| Fact | Pipenv | uv |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | Rust |
| Licence | MIT | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 25k | 90k |
| Latest | v2026.8.0 | 0.12.23 |
| Last push | 2026-09-25 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 29 days between releases | about 2 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 7 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 25+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
uv replaces Pipenv. Alternatives to Pipenv →
Full replacementA lockfile and a virtual environment per project, like Pipenv's.
Pipenv
Pipenv
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uv
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