JCreator AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Code Editors

The best Code Editor alternative to JCreator is Eclipse, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 10 alternatives to JCreator and four of them are Code Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Code Editor alternatives to JCreator are Apache NetBeans, IntelliJ IDEA and Cosmic IDE.

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JCreator is a powerful lightweight IDE for Java. The perfect tool for programmers of every level, from learning programmer to Java-specialist.

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JCreator alternatives page was last updated Oct 19, 2023
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  1. Eclipse icon

    Eclipse

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    Eclipse is an extensible development platform with runtimes and application frameworks for building, deploying and managing software across the entire software lifecycle. Many people know Eclipse as a Java IDE, but it is much more than that- Eclipse actually consists of over 60...

    154 Eclipse alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    eclipse on windows 10

    Top Eclipse Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Java IDE
    3.  C++
    4.  Refactoring
    5.  Autocompletion
    6.  Syntax Highlighting
    7.  Portable
    8.  No registration required
    9.  Code Formatting
    10.  Batch Editing
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Spell Checking

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    Comments about Eclipse as an Alternative to JCreator
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    Negative •Jan 16, 2018
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    I don't think it's as useful or helpful as JCreator. My school has it, but i need a new and free software program. Eclipse just isn't my style.

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    • Some users think Eclipse is a great JCreator alternative, some don't.

    • Eclipse is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to JCreator.

    • Eclipse is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to JCreator.

    • Eclipse is Free and Open SourceJCreator is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Apache NetBeans

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    A free, open-source Integrated Development Environment for software developers. You get all the tools you need to create professional desktop, enterprise, web, and mobile applications with the Java language, C/C++, and even dynamic languages such as PHP, JavaScript, Groovy, and...

    103 Apache NetBeans alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    Editor

    Top Apache NetBeans Features

    1.  Java IDE
    2.  Refactoring
    3.  Code Formatting
    4. Git icon  Git Support
    5.  Embedded debugger
    6.  Built-in terminal emulation
    7.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    8.  Syntax Highlighting
    9.  Simple installation
    10.  Code Completion
    11.  PHP IDE
    12.  Multiple languages

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    Comments about Apache NetBeans as an Alternative to JCreator
    Guest
    Positive •Oct 10, 2016
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    Easy to use, eclipse is impossible for beginners

    Guest
    Positive •May 21, 2017
    0

    Because it's easier to use

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    • Most users think Apache NetBeans is a great JCreator alternative.

    • Apache NetBeans is Free and Open SourceJCreator is Freemium and Proprietary
  4. IntelliJ IDEA icon

    IntelliJ IDEA

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    IntelliJ IDEA is the JetBrains IDE for pro development in Java and Kotlin. Built for your comfort, it unlocks productivity, ensures quality code, supports cutting-edge tech, and protects your privacy.

    57 IntelliJ IDEA alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    IntelliJ IDEA interface overview: the Project tool window (left) outlines the code structure and the Editor (right) is used to read, write, and explore the source code.

    Properties

    1.  Support for Themes

    Features

    1.  Code Completion
    2.  Java IDE
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Syntax Highlighting
    5.  Real time collaboration
    6.  Ad-free
    7.  Works Offline
    8.  Autocompletion
    9.  Spell Checking
    10.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    11.  No registration required
    12.  WYSIWYG Support

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    Cosmic IDE

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    There are a lot of cases where you want to quickly test some Java code but don't have your computer open besides you. You open your browser and search for some website for this purpose. But you're neither guaranteed to have internet all the time (do you?

    52 Cosmic IDE alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    Cosmic IDE Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    2.  Works Offline
    3. Git icon  Git Support
    4.  Java IDE

    Cosmic IDE VS JCreator

     

    • Cosmic IDE is the most popular Android alternative to JCreator.

    • Cosmic IDE is Free and Open SourceJCreator is Freemium and Proprietary
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