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JetBrains dotCover
.NET unit test runner and code coverage tool
Version 2026.2.3.1 · by JetBrains
Official site: jetbrains.com
About JetBrains dotCover
JetBrains dotCover is a .NET unit test runner and code coverage tool that integrates with Visual Studio.
Make sure you know to what extent your code is covered with unit tests. dotCover calculates and reports statement-level code coverage in applications targeting .NET Framework, Silverlight or .NET Core.
### Unit tests
Execute and debug unit tests and run coverage analysis of unit tests in Visual Studio or using the command-line utility. dotCover supports many unit testing frameworks including MSTest, NUnit, xUnit, and MSpec.
### Manual test sessions
For manual test sessions, dotCover shows what parts of code were called during the session and which parts were not reached. Using coverage analysis data, you can easily get to the source code of the tested application.
### Detecting hot spots
Detect potential risk areas at a glance with Hot Spots view, which shows the most complex methods with the least coverage. Get your coverage analysis off to a good start with intuitive graphical presentation.
### Seamless integration with Visual Studio
dotCover integrates with Visual Studio, giving you the advantage of analyzing and visualizing code coverage without leaving the code editor. It supports Visual Studio 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2017.
### Continuous testing
dotCover can figure out on-the-fly which unit tests are affected by your latest code changes, and automatically re-runs the affected tests for you.
The continuous testing mode can be switched on for any unit test session: this way you can choose which tests you want to run continuously and which to run in a traditional way.
#### Package Parameters
The following package parameters can be set:
* `/PerMachine` - install machine-wide (instead of per-user)
* `/VsVersion` (or `/VsVersions`) - set Visual Studio version target(s) for the installer (default: `*`).
Valid values: `*` (all detected VS versions) or a semicolon-separated list of VS versions: `18.0`, `17.0`, `16.0`, `15.0`, `14.0`, `12.0`, `11.0`, `10.0`.
Example: `--params "'/VsVersion=17.0'"` or `--params "'/VsVersion=17.0;16.0'"`.
How to install JetBrains dotCover
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install jetbrains-dotcover
- Open JetBrains dotCover once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is JetBrains dotCover free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to jetbrains.com, the developer's official site, where JetBrains dotCover is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of JetBrains dotCover?
The version listed here is 2026.2.3.1, published /Date(1790. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install JetBrains dotCover from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install jetbrains-dotcover. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is JetBrains dotCover safe?
JetBrains dotCover downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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