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Clojure CLI

Free#50 of 92 in Package Managers

Clojure CLI: A focused, open-source dependency manager for Clojure projects on the JVM. Ranked #50 of 92 in Package Managers by our editors (5.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for clojure and JVM dependencies.

5.3/10Editor score
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At a glance

  • Editor score
    5.3 / 10
  • Pricing
    Free plan
  • Best for
    Clojure and JVM dependencies
  • Free plan
    Yes
  • Paid from
    Free
  • Facts checked
    21 Sep 2026
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  • Where it wins

    • Resolves Maven and Git dependencies and builds JVM classpaths
    • Supports aliases, local artifacts, workspace-style configuration, and dependency trees
    • Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and POSIX systems with Java required

  • Where it doesn't

    • Does not provide a verified lockfile workflow
    • Does not document an offline-install mode
    • Focused on Clojure and JVM dependency management rather than broad package formats

Our verdict on Clojure CLI

Clojure CLI is a command-line tool for running Clojure programs, starting interactive REPLs, evaluating expressions, and managing Clojure and Java library dependencies. Projects declare dependencies in deps.edn, after which the CLI resolves transitive dependencies and builds the JVM classpath. It is intended for Clojure developers and teams working with JVM libraries, including projects that need Maven JARs, Git repositories, local directories, or local JAR files.

The open-source pricing model makes Clojure CLI available at no cost, with no paid tiers adding separate capabilities. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and POSIX systems, and Java is required. The published feature set includes dependency caching, aliases for dependency and classpath configuration, workspace-style configuration, private registry authentication, and dependency-tree inspection. That combination suits teams that want project configuration kept in deps.edn and need control over alternate dependency or classpath setups.

Its ecosystem fit is centered on Maven repositories, Clojars, and Git repositories. The CLI can retrieve Maven JAR dependencies, use Git-based dependencies, and include local artifacts, giving Clojure projects several ways to assemble a JVM classpath. Teams that prioritize lockfile-based reproducibility or offline installation should choose a package manager with those workflows explicitly supported. Clojure CLI is the stronger fit for focused Clojure and JVM work, especially when aliases, transitive-dependency visibility, and mixed remote and local artifacts matter.

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Clojure CLI pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.
See plans on clojure.org

Clojure CLI fact sheet

Free planYes
Paid fromFree
Package formatsMaven JARs, Git repositories, local directories, local JARs
Supported platformsWindows, macOS, Linux, POSIX systems; Java required
Dependency resolutionYes
Lockfile supportNot verified
Workspace supportYes
Private registry authYes
Offline installationNot verified
DeploymentDesktop
PlatformsWindows, macOS, Linux
SupportCommunity, Docs
Built forSolo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations3 integrations: Maven repositories, Clojars, Git repositories
PricingFree plan
Websiteclojure.org
Facts checked21 Sep 2026

Clojure CLI integrations

Clojure CLI lists 3 integrations on its own site.

  • Maven repositories
  • Clojars
  • Git repositories

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