JCreator AlternativesOnly apps categorised as IDEs

The best IDE 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 ten of them are IDEs so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting IDE alternatives to JCreator are Apache NetBeans, IntelliJ IDEA, Cosmic IDE and BlueJ.

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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

    Eclipse VS JCreator

     
    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
  2. Apache NetBeans icon

    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

    Apache NetBeans VS JCreator

     
    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

    IntelliJ IDEA VS JCreator

     
  5. Cosmic IDE icon

    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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    BlueJ

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    BlueJ is an Integrated Development Environment for Java, developed mainly for educational purposes, but also suitable for small-scale software development. It was developed to support the learning and teaching of object-oriented programming, and its design differs from other...

    26 BlueJ alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
    BlueJ in Windows.

    Properties

    1.  Educational

    Features

    1.  Java IDE

    BlueJ VS JCreator

     
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    Java-Editor

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    Integrated Java development environments set high requirements on the computer equipment.

    136 Java-Editor alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Java-Editor Features

    1.  Java IDE
    2.  GUI Designer

    Java-Editor VS JCreator

     
  9. SyncJEdit icon

    SyncJEdit

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    A free Java IDE with integreted tools: class hierarchy, add listener automatically, project relationship, view zipped file, add class code, runtime input stream, view class and Java file in class paths, format Java file.

    15 SyncJEdit alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    SyncJEdit screenshot 1

    SyncJEdit Features

    1.  Supports Zip files
    2.  Debugging
    3.  Java IDE

    SyncJEdit VS JCreator

     
  10. Embitz icon

    Embitz

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    Embitz is a free C/C++ IDE built to meet the most demanding needs of its users working in the field of embedded software development Finally, an IDE with all the features you need and operation across different targets (ARM, MSP430, PIC, ...).

    136 Embitz alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Embitz screenshot 1

    Embitz Features

    1.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    Embitz VS JCreator

     
  11. Corezoid Process Engine icon

    Corezoid Process Engine

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    Corezoid Process Engine helps companies build, manage, host and run their processes in the cloud without coding. Get your free 30-day trial with the unlimited version of Corezoid right now, including basic support, documentation and learning center.

    300 Corezoid Process Engine alternatives

    License model

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Corezoid Process Engine screenshot 1

    Corezoid Process Engine Features

    1. Git icon  Git Support
    2.  Platform as a service
    3.  API Management
    4.  Web-Based

    Corezoid Process Engine VS JCreator

     

    • Corezoid Process Engine is the most popular iPhone, iPad, SaaS & Android Tablet alternative to JCreator.

    • Corezoid Process Engine is the most popular commercial alternative to JCreator.

    • Corezoid Process Engine is Paid and ProprietaryJCreator is Freemium and Proprietary
  12. OpenBeans icon

    OpenBeans

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    OpenBeans is an open-source IDE distribution. It is not a fork of Apache NetBeans, but a distribution, in the same way Ubuntu is a distribution based on Debian. It packages the best there is in the Apache NetBeans* ecosystem, polishes it, fixes minor annoyances and serves them...

    95 OpenBeans alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    OpenBeans screenshot 1

    OpenBeans VS JCreator

     
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