| Conda | Python |
| Conda is a package and environment management system https://conda.io/projects/conda/en/latest/user-guide/install/index.html | Python does not have a built-in package management system https://www.python.org/downloads/ |
| Conda manages dependencies between packages, ensuring compatibility and handling complex dependency chains | Python relies on pip for installing and managing package dependencies and Python relies on virtual environments (e.g., venv) for isolating project dependencies but does not handle complex dependency resolution |
| Conda is designed to be cross-platform and supports Windows, macOS, and Linux | Python is also cross-platform and runs on various operating systems |
| Conda is not a programming language but works with multiple programming languages | Python is a programming language known for its simplicity and readability |
| Conda can manage and install different versions of Python, allowing for flexible Python installations | Python has different major versions (e.g., Python 2 and Python 3), and specific versions can be installed separately |
Conda is primarily a package and environment management system, while Python is a programming language.