Meld
Meld is an open-source visual diff and merge tool that compares two or three files or folders side by side. It colors changes line by line and lets you move differences from one side to the other with a single click.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 3.24.1
- Release date
- Oct. 5, 2026
- License
- GPL-2.0-or-later
- Installer type
- nullsoft
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Meld.Meld -eSHA256 (file verification)
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We couldn't find a Linux version of Meld in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
We couldn't find a Android version of Meld in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
Meld 3.24.1: what's new?
Highlights
- Two-way and three-way file comparison
- Folder comparison with a list of differing files
- One-click copying and merging of changes
- Works with version control such as Git and Mercurial
- Highlights changes within lines
Who is it for?
For developers reviewing code changes, anyone resolving merge conflicts and people who need to compare two folders.
Good to know before installing
- It can slow down with very large files.
- It does not compare binary files such as Word documents; it is meant for plain text.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on this page.
- Run the installer and follow the steps.
- Optionally set Meld as Git's merge tool.
Alternatives
- WinMerge
- KDiff3
- Beyond Compare
Frequently asked questions
Is Meld free?
Yes. It is open source and free.
Can I use it with Git?
Yes. Choose Meld as Git's difftool and mergetool to resolve conflicts visually.
Can it compare folders?
Yes. It compares two or three folders and can show only the files that differ.