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Setzer vs TeXlyre
Both stand on latex editors. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
Setzer offers LaTeX-focused editing aids in a free Linux desktop app. It is a fit for users prepared to install and configure the interpreter needed for in-app builds.
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Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1
TeXlyre offers LaTeX editing with collaboration, offline work, and Git integration at no listed subscription cost. Users seeking a visual editor should note that this editor does not include one.
Visit TeXlyreThe facts
| Setzer | TeXlyre | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | cvfosammmm.org | texlyre.github.io |
| On latex editors | #25 of 32 | #29 of 32 |
Setzer: what it does well
- Free software licensed under GPL version 3 or later.
- Buttons and shortcuts for LaTeX elements and special characters.
- Document creation wizard and dark mode.
- Available as a Flatpak and distribution packages.
What to know first
- Currently Linux-only.
- Building documents requires an installed LaTeX interpreter.
- A build command must be set in Preferences.
- Flathub lists full file system read and write access.
TeXlyre: what it does well
- Free plan is listed.
- Supports real-time collaboration.
- Offline editing is available.
- Git integration supports version-controlled workflows.
- Can run in browsers, locally, or self-hosted.
What to know first
- A visual editor is not included.
- The TeXlyre editor itself is web-based.
- Chelys is a separate companion application.
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