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Notepad.exe vs TextMate
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Notepad.exe
7.0Lightweight code editor
TextMate
8.0General-purpose text editor
| Metric | Notepad.exe | TextMate |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 299 | 415 |
| 90-day Installs | 734 | 1.3K |
| 365-day Installs | 1.4K | 6.0K |
| Version | 1.4.1803 | 2.0.23 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 17 | 14.7K |
| GitHub Forks | - | 1.7K |
| Open Issues | 7 | 20 |
| License | — | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | — | Objective-C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 2mo ago | 1y ago |
| First Seen | Nov 20, 2025 | Aug 9, 2023 |
Reviews
Notepad.exe
Notepad.exe is a lightweight code editor with unique features like ray tracing and game integration, making it ideal for Swift and Python developers seeking a versatile tool.
Notepad.exe is a code editor supporting multiple programming languages with advanced features.
Pros
- + Lightweight and efficient
- + Unique features like ray tracing and game integration
- + Supports Swift and Python development
Cons
- - Unknown license and language
- - Limited community engagement
TextMate
TextMate is a lightweight, general-purpose text editor for macOS, known for its speed and extensive support for programming languages. It offers features like snippets, plugins, and themes, making it ideal for developers who prefer a minimalistic yet powerful editor.
TextMate is a text editor that supports various programming languages and provides tools for efficient coding.
Pros
- + Lightweight and fast performance
- + Comprehensive support for multiple programming languages
- + Extensive plugin and theme ecosystem
Cons
- - Outdated user interface compared to modern editors
- - Limited feature set compared to other advanced editors