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CodeLite vs Lapce

Both stand on rust ides. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

CodeLite

Free plan LinuxMacWindows

CodeLite combines a broad set of language and workflow tools in a free, cross-platform IDE. Check the separate Git requirement and configure language servers where needed.

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Lapce

Free plan Open source ExtensionLinuxMac+1

Lapce combines code intelligence, remote development, and extension support in a free editor. The listed version is 0.4.2.

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The facts

CodeLiteLapce
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedYes
Runs onLinux, Mac, WindowsExtension, Linux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid planFree or on requestFree or on request
Plans published12
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitecodelite.orglap.dev
On rust ides#2 of 13#1 of 13

CodeLite: what it does well

  • Free IDE distributed under GPLv2.
  • Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
  • Built-in debugger and smart code completion.
  • Remoty supports remote debugging and project management.
  • PHP tools include XDebug and SFTP synchronization.

What to know first

  • Git must be installed separately.
  • Some language-server features require configured language servers.

Lapce: what it does well

  • Available for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
  • Includes LSP completions, diagnostics, and code actions.
  • Supports remote development.
  • Has built-in Vim-like modal editing and multiple cursors.
  • Plugins can be written in languages that compile to WASI.

What to know first

  • The product page displays version 0.4.2.
  • Linux x86 and ARM builds are listed as tar.gz downloads.
  • Windows portable build is listed for x86.

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