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Geany vs ICEcoder
Both stand on code editors. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacWindows
Geany offers a compact set of editing and terminal features, with plugin support and packages for its listed platforms. Developers who rely on multi-cursor editing should note that it is not included.
Visit Geany Free plan AndroidAPILinux+4
ICEcoder offers browser-based editing and supporting development tools at no listed cost. Its server prerequisites and lack of user security isolation are important constraints.
Visit ICEcoderThe facts
| Geany | ICEcoder | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | geany.org | site.icecoder.net |
| On code editors | #1 of 45 | #16 of 45 |
Geany: what it does well
- Provides syntax highlighting and code completion
- Supports several listed programming and markup languages
- Includes embedded terminal emulation
- Plugins can extend the editor
- Supports macro recording and column editing
What to know first
- Does not support multi-cursor editing
- Building from source requires GTK3 and compilers
ICEcoder: what it does well
- Runs online or offline.
- Searches documents, files, and filenames.
- Includes terminal, database, and Git management.
- Free to use.
- Offers a JavaScript API for customization.
What to know first
- Requires an Apache-like server and PHP 7.0 or newer.
- Plugin installation requires ZipArchive.
- Does not isolate security between users.
- Some components have separate licenses.
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