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CVS — Version Control (Open Source)

CVS is an open-source Version Control solution from CVS project. Compare it against 40 other Version Control tools on FreeSoftwareX — by features, licensing and price — and request a quote or demo free in 2026.

What is CVS?

CVS is open source — its source code is publicly available and free to use, modify and self-host, usually with an active community and no licensing fees. It is categorised under Version Control and published by CVS project. Buyers typically evaluate CVS when they need a dependable Version Control option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

CVS alternatives

If CVS isn't the right fit, compare these Version Control alternatives side by side:

AccuRev SCMAutodesk VaultAzure DevOps ServerBazaarBitKeeperBitbucketBreezyCA Harvest SCMCVSNTClearCaseCode Co-opDarcsDimensions CMDiversion

Frequently asked questions

Is CVS free?
Yes. CVS is open source and free to use, with no purchase cost for the core product.
What are the best CVS alternatives?
Popular Version Control alternatives to CVS include AccuRev SCM, Autodesk Vault, Azure DevOps Server, Bazaar. See the full list of Version Control on FreeSoftwareX.
What type of software is CVS?
CVS is an open-source Version Control tool developed by CVS project.

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