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Eclipse Installer

eclipse-installer · v4.39,2026-03

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Install and update your Eclipse Development Environment

brew install --cask eclipse-installer
Note: eclipse-installer requires Java. You can install the latest version with: brew install --cask temurin
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Trust Score 6/10
Open source (GPL-3.0) +3
Active development +0
Licensed +1
No auto-updates +0
Not deprecated +1
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 10, 2026

The Eclipse Installer simplifies the process of installing and updating the Eclipse IDE, making it easier for developers to manage their Java development environment. It supports multiple platforms, including macOS, and is ideal for those who need a reliable tool for Eclipse setup.

The app installs and updates the Eclipse Integrated Development Environment (IDE).

Maturity: The project has not been actively maintained since 2017, indicating potential stagnation in development and updates.

Community: Minimal community discussion found, with only one mention on Hacker News regarding an older issue with Chrome blocking downloads.

Pros

  • + Free and open-source under GPL-3.0
  • + Cross-platform support for various operating systems
  • + Simplifies the installation and update process for Eclipse IDE

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Inactive development since 2017
  • - Potential compatibility issues with macOS
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GPL-3.0
License
ShellLast commit: Jul 21, 2017

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