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RuboCop vs RubyCritic
Both stand on ruby static analysis tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxSelf-hosted
RuboCop provides configurable Ruby linting, formatting, editor integration, and CI reporting at no cost. Its plugin and autocorrection options support both new projects and legacy codebases.
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Visit RubyCritic The facts
| RuboCop | RubyCritic | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Self-hosted | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Not published |
| Plans published | 1 | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | rubocop.org | github.com |
| On ruby static analysis tools | #9 of 21 | #13 of 21 |
RuboCop: what it does well
- Free open-source Ruby analysis
- Autocorrection offers safe and behavior-changing modes
- Plugins support Rails and other frameworks
- Language server supports multiple editors
- Outputs formats for CI and code scanning
What to know first
- Supports one programming language
- Official runtime support starts at MRI Ruby 2.7
- Some autocorrections may change behavior
- Runs on Linux and self-hosted platforms
RubyCritic: what it does well
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