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IBM Rational Developer for i vs SwiftForth
Both stand on ide software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Paid LinuxMacWindows
Visit IBM Rational Developer for i Free trial LinuxMacWindows
SwiftForth provides a complete Forth desktop development environment with native access, compiler tools, debugging, and source customization. A perpetual license includes one year of email support and unlimited software updates, with annual renewal afterward.
Visit SwiftForthThe facts
| IBM Rational Developer for i | SwiftForth | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | ibm.com | forth.com |
| On ide software | #49 of 53 | #45 of 53 |
IBM Rational Developer for i: what it does well
SwiftForth: what it does well
- Native Windows, Linux, and macOS apps
- Optimizing compiler included
- Built-in debugger and source tools
- Kernel and IDE source included
- Unlimited software updates with license
What to know first
- No free plan
- License costs $399, paid once
- Support renewal costs $129 a year
- Requires an i386-compatible CPU
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