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PureBasic
What PureBasic is
PureBasic is software for Linux, macOS, and Windows with an integrated debugger and build tools. It uses a freemium model: a free plan is available, while paid licenses start at €79.00 per once. The Single user license costs €79.00 once and includes lifetime updates and royalty-free use. A School license costs €199.00 once for a classroom including a teacher, with the same lifetime-update and royalty-free terms. The Company site license costs €499.00 once and allows any number of users at one site, also with lifetime updates and royalty-free use. These plans make license scope the main buying choice. Individual users can select Single user, schools can cover a classroom and teacher, and companies can license one site. The free plan allows starting without purchasing a paid license.
Who it suits
It suits developers working on Linux, macOS, or Windows who want build tools and an integrated debugger. The license options also fit individuals, classrooms, and companies operating at one site.
What it does well
- Free plan available
- Supports Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Includes an integrated debugger
- Provides build tools
- Paid licenses include lifetime updates
What to know first
- Paid plans start at €79.00 once
- Company site license is limited to one site
- School license is classroom-focused
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Single user | Single-user license · Lifetime updates · Royalty-free license | €79, paid once |
| School | Classroom license including teacher · Lifetime updates · Royalty-free license | €199, paid once |
| Company site | Global license for any number of users at a single site · Lifetime updates · Royalty-free license | €499, paid once |
As purebasic.com lists them, read 24 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
PureBasic offers cross-platform development software with a free starting option and clearly scoped perpetual licenses. Choose the license according to users and site coverage, then confirm that the listed tools meet your project needs.
Where PureBasic stands on Freedom251
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