Is Neovim the same as Vim?

Neovim is a modern fork of Vim with a different extension and UI architecture.

Which Neovim build should I download?

Choose the package for your OS and CPU architecture, or install through your package manager.

Yes, Neovim is free and open source.

Latest version

Latest Neovim version: 0.12.4

The current verified stable version of Neovim is 0.12.4.

Stable release0.12.4

Release date: 2026-07-05. Source verified: 2026-07-17. Source: Neovim GitHub releases.

Extensible Vim-based text editor for terminal and GUI workflows.

Choose the right Neovim download

Source-backed version details

Catalog source

Neovim GitHub releases

Verification status

Source verified: 2026-07-17.

Release date

Release date: 2026-07-05.

Neovim latest-version FAQ

What is the latest version of Neovim?

The latest verified stable version of Neovim is 0.12.4. The release date in the catalog is 2026-07-05.

Where should I verify Neovim releases?

Use Neovim GitHub releases or the official Neovim website before critical installs. What-Version links to official sources and does not mirror installers.

Where do I download Neovim?

Use the official Neovim download page to choose the right build for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, or Android when one is verified.