Remix IDE desktop vs WebStorm

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Remix IDE desktop

6.0

Developer Tools

Desktop version of Remix web IDE used for Ethereum smart contract development

WebStorm

8.0

Developer Tools

JavaScript IDE

Metric	Remix IDE desktop	WebStorm
Category	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
AI Score	6.0	8.0
30-day Installs	4	562
90-day Installs	13	1.8K
365-day Installs	167	8.1K
Version	1.3.6	2026.1.1,261.23567.141
Auto-updates	No	Yes
Deprecated	Yes	No
GitHub Stars	1.1K	379
GitHub Forks	273	18
Open Issues	65	25
License	—	MIT
Language	JavaScript	Kotlin
Last GitHub Commit	1y ago	2mo ago
First Seen	Sep 16, 2021	Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

Remix IDE desktop

Remix IDE desktop is a dedicated tool for Ethereum smart contract development, offering features for writing, testing, and deploying contracts. It targets developers working on blockchain projects, providing a stable environment despite past issues.

Provides an integrated development environment for Ethereum smart contract development.

Pros

+ Dedicated tool for Ethereum smart contract development
+ Cross-platform support
+ Desktop app offers potential performance benefits

Cons

- Lack of auto-updates
- Low install count and community traction

WebStorm

WebStorm is a powerful IDE designed for modern JavaScript development, offering robust support for frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue. It includes features like intelligent code completion, debugging tools, and support for styled-components, making it ideal for professional developers working on complex web projects.

Provides a comprehensive integrated development environment for JavaScript and related technologies.

Pros

+ Advanced support for modern JavaScript frameworks and tools
+ Free for non-commercial use, making it accessible to a wide audience
+ Active development and strong community support

Cons

- Can be resource-intensive
- Some users may find the learning curve steep due to its extensive feature set

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