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Geany vs Lapce
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.
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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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| Geany | Lapce | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Extension, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | geany.org | lap.dev |
| On code editors | #1 of 45 | #2 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
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.