← Browse all apps Developer Tools Developer Tools
Hex Fiend vs Zed
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Hex Fiend
8.0Hex editor focussing on speed
Zed
8.0Multiplayer code editor
| Metric | Hex Fiend | Zed |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 312 | 12.5K |
| 90-day Installs | 1.0K | 31.5K |
| 365-day Installs | 4.6K | 98.3K |
| Version | 2.18.1 | 1.0.1 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 5.8K | 76.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 449 | 7.3K |
| Open Issues | 71 | 3.2K |
| License | BSD-2-Clause | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Objective-C | Rust |
| Last GitHub Commit | 10mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Aug 9, 2023 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Hex Fiend
Hex Fiend is a high-speed hex editor designed for developers and system administrators who need fast and reliable binary file editing. Its focus on performance and open-source nature make it a favorite for those working with binary data. Developers benefit from its speed and customization options.
Hex Fiend is a high-speed hex editor for editing binary files.
Pros
- + High-speed performance for binary file editing
- + Open-source with a large and active community
- + Customizable with support for plugins and themes
Cons
- - Lacks some modern UI features compared to newer editors
- - Steep learning curve for new users
Zed
Zed is a high-performance, open-source multiplayer code editor that enables real-time collaboration. It's designed for developers who need seamless teamwork, offering features like AI integration and cross-platform support.
Zed allows multiple users to edit and collaborate on code in real-time.
Pros
- + Open-source with a strong community
- + High-performance and real-time collaboration
- + Cross-platform support
- + AI integration and developer tools
Cons
- - High number of open issues
- - Potential instability due to active development