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BBEdit vs CotEditor
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
BBEdit
8.0Text, code, and markup editor
CotEditor
8.0Plain-text editor for web pages, program source codes and more
| Metric | BBEdit | CotEditor |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 605 | 1.4K |
| 90-day Installs | 2.0K | 3.8K |
| 365-day Installs | 7.3K | 17.2K |
| Version | 16.0.3 | 7.1.2 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | — | 7.7K |
| GitHub Forks | — | 477 |
| Open Issues | — | 20 |
| License | — | NOASSERTION |
| Language | — | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | — | 7mo ago |
| First Seen | Oct 30, 2013 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
BBEdit
BBEdit is a powerful and mature text editor known for its stability, customization options, and extensive feature set, making it a favorite among developers and writers.
BBEdit is a text, code, and markup editor designed for writing, editing, and managing code and markup languages.
Pros
- + Longevity and maturity provide reliability and extensive support
- + Highly customizable and efficient for power users
- + Strong cross-platform integration, especially on macOS
Cons
- - Paid software may be a barrier for some users
- - Not open-source, limiting customization and community contributions
CotEditor
CotEditor is a sleek, lightweight plain-text editor for macOS, perfect for web developers and coders. It offers syntax highlighting, auto-completion, and integrates with Git, making it a favorite among developers.
CotEditor is a powerful text editor designed for editing web pages, source codes, and other plain-text documents.
Pros
- + Lightweight and fast performance
- + Rich feature set including syntax highlighting and Git integration
- + Regular updates and active maintenance
Cons
- - No built-in code folding
- - Some feature requests are not prioritized