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Chime vs GNU Emacs
Both stand on go ides. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Mac
Choose Chime if you use macOS and want an open source editor with language-server support, native extensions, and refactoring tools. Look elsewhere if you need a platform beyond macOS or cannot use macOS 12.0 or later.
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Visit GNU Emacs The facts
| Chime | GNU Emacs | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Mac | Android, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | GNU Emacs |
| Website | chimehq.com | gnu.org |
| On go ides | #7 of 24 | #3 of 24 |
Chime: what it does well
- Designed specifically for macOS, with native extensions.
- Supports the Language Server Protocol.
- Extensions can add deeper project integration.
- Refactoring tools are listed.
- The maker says source code is not captured or transmitted.
What to know first
- Available only for macOS.
- Requires macOS 12.0 or later.
- The app makes outgoing requests for updates, licensing, and crash reporting.
GNU Emacs: what it does well
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