Microsoft Visual Studio Code vs Zed

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Microsoft Visual Studio Code

8.0

Developer Tools

Open-source code editor

Zed

8.0

Developer Tools

Multiplayer code editor

Metric	Microsoft Visual Studio Code	Zed
Category	Developer Tools	Developer Tools
AI Score	8.0	8.0
30-day Installs	47.2K	12.5K
90-day Installs	138.7K	31.5K
365-day Installs	459.4K	98.3K
Version	1.118.1	1.0.1
Auto-updates	Yes	Yes
Deprecated	No	No
GitHub Stars	-	76.8K
GitHub Forks	-	7.3K
Open Issues	-	3.2K
License	—	NOASSERTION
Language	—	Rust
Last GitHub Commit	4y ago	1mo ago
First Seen	Aug 9, 2023	Aug 9, 2023

Reviews

Microsoft Visual Studio Code

Microsoft Visual Studio Code is a powerful, extensible code editor that supports a wide range of programming languages. Its cross-platform compatibility and extensive extension ecosystem make it a favorite among developers, offering customization and productivity enhancements.

Provides a versatile code editing environment with support for multiple programming languages through extensions.

Pros

+ Cross-platform support for Linux, macOS, and Windows
+ Extensive library of extensions for various programming languages and tools
+ Highly customizable interface and workflow
+ Free and open-source
+ Large and active developer community

Cons

- Can be resource-intensive with many extensions installed
- Some advanced features may be overwhelming for casual 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

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