Good Alternatives to Visual Studio Setup Projects [closed]

Question

Most developers and engineers that have experience writing software and deploying with the packaged Visual Studio Setup Project know about its many shortcomings. Usually in regards to installation customization, upgrade paths, etc. What are some good alternatives for software deployment? In particular I'm interested in features, .NET integration or scripting capabilities, easy of use, and price.

Answer 1

• Windows Installer XML (Wix)
• NullSoft Installer

Answer 2

NullSoft Installer is my all time favorite. It creates the smallest setup executables possible. Also Uninstall is super clean. It will remove all the traces and leave PC in the same shape as before installation.