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Fontlab vs Sublime Text
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Fontlab
6.0Professional font editor
Sublime Text
8.0Text editor for code, markup and prose
| Metric | Fontlab | Sublime Text |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Media & Design | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 1 | 5.8K |
| 90-day Installs | 8 | 16.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 51 | 62.4K |
| Version | 8.4.2.8950 | 4200 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 33 | 856 |
| GitHub Forks | 68 | 43 |
| Open Issues | 2 | 2.0K |
| License | Apache-2.0 | — |
| Language | Objective-C | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 14y ago | 3y ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Sep 22, 2012 |
Reviews
Fontlab
Fontlab is a professional font editor designed for advanced type design and editing. It offers a comprehensive set of tools for creating and modifying fonts, making it ideal for graphic designers, typographers, and developers working with fonts.
Fontlab allows users to create, edit, and modify fonts with advanced tools and features.
Pros
- + Professional-grade tools for font design and editing
- + Supports advanced features for typography and font creation
- + Regular auto-updates ensure functionality and compatibility
Cons
- - No recent development activity may lead to compatibility issues
- - Some historical issues with specific font types
Sublime Text
Sublime Text is a high-performance text editor known for its speed, customizability, and extensive plugin ecosystem. It supports coding, markup, and prose, making it ideal for developers and writers alike.
Sublime Text is a versatile text editor that supports coding, markup, and prose writing.
Pros
- + High-speed performance and responsiveness
- + Extensive plugin and theme support for customization
- + Cross-platform availability
Cons
- - Not open-source
- - Steep learning curve for new users