IntelliJ IDEA

IntelliJ IDEA

JetBrains
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About

IntelliJ IDEA is a professional-grade integrated development environment (IDE) primarily designed for Java and Kotlin development. It helps developers write code faster by automating routine tasks and providing smart coding assistance. The IDE supports the full software development lifecycle, from design and coding to testing and deployment. IntelliJ IDEA stays up to date with the latest language features, such as full support for Java 24 and Kotlin K2 mode. It offers a smooth and enjoyable workflow that helps developers stay focused and productive. The platform also emphasizes data privacy and security, complying with industry standards like SOC 2.

About

Xcode is Apple’s integrated development environment for building, testing, and distributing apps across Apple platforms. It provides powerful tools for coding, debugging, profiling, and simulation in one unified workspace. Predictive code completion and coding intelligence help developers write cleaner, faster code. Xcode supports advanced debugging and performance analysis to identify issues early. Built-in simulators allow developers to prototype apps across Apple devices without physical hardware. Testing frameworks ensure apps meet quality and performance standards. Xcode streamlines the entire app development lifecycle from idea to deployment.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Professional Java and Kotlin developers seeking a powerful, feature-rich IDE that supports the entire development lifecycle with intelligent coding assistance, advanced debugging, and strong security compliance

Audience

Xcode is ideal for Apple developers building high-quality apps for iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS who need a powerful, all-in-one development environment

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$19.90 per user per month
• For Individual Developers yearly subscription $199
• For Businesses and Organizations yearly subscription $719 or $71.90 per user per month
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

Free
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.6 / 5
ease 4.9 / 5
features 4.8 / 5
design 4.6 / 5
support 4.8 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.4 / 5
ease 4.2 / 5
features 4.8 / 5
design 4.8 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • I have been using this IDE for over 5 years now and love using it every single day. I find the diff GUI tool very handy when it comes to comparing 2 pieces of code. Whether it be git branches or compare with clipboard, that is awesome. Also, the runner config profile is i think what beats everything. They keyboard shortcuts are very handy when it comes to opening new projects.
  • - It has some unique features like version control and code completion. - The debugging of code can be done quite easily and intuitively on IntelliJ IDEA. - The user interface of the application is smooth and user-friendly. - It does not take up a lot of storage in the system after installing. - It has auto save features which save the code in case of accidental closing of the application. - It has support for multiple frameworks.
  • - The user interface of the application organized very well, and it also gives a tutorial on how to get started. - Making is project is quite easy and step-by-step process. - It has a quite good debugging tool that helps immensely while building the code. - It has all the necessary features like syntax highlighting, error detection and extensions support.
  • - The user interface is simple and straightforward, and all the features can be navigated without any hassle. - The debugging is quite descriptive and fast. - It supports all the major programming languages and extensions. - It has all many developer tools that makes the development process a lot easier.
  • - IntelliJ IDEA is a clean, intuitive, and, feature rich IDE for development. - It supports all the major programming languages. - The extension store has numerous extension and plug-ins to increase the functionalities. - The appearance can be heavily customized according to the user's taste.

Cons

  • Sometimes, my Macbook really struggles in terms of processing as IntelliJ could be very memory consuming application. Also, sometimes my eslint configuration is not picked up automatically and for that reason i have to switch to VS Code.
  • - The set-up of the application requires precision, otherwise it throws a lot of errors. - The community version does not have as good support as the paid version.
  • - It is heavy to use, even on the system with decent processor and RAM.
  • - The community version does not have enough features and the commercial version just too expensive for students and interns.
  • - IntelliJ IDEA is a bit heavy on the system's memory. - It is an IDE for web development, but in application development there are performance issue while building the app.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • 1. Xcode is a robust and stable IDE for developing iPhone, iPad or Mac application. 2. It integrates seamlessly with other application. 3. It is extremely lightweight to use and even with the simulator running it does not consume a lot of system's memory. 4. Furthermore, it is completely free to use on Apple devices.
  • 1. The feature about using Xcode as an IDE is that the user can directly connect the iPhone to the laptop and start testing the application on the physical device. 2. The inbuilt package manager of Xcode easily installs the package in no time. 3. It supports all the major programming languages, but C, C++, and swift are one of the best performing ones. 4. It is optimized quite well with the system, so it does not take up a lot of resources while building the applications. 5. The user interface of the application is clean and easy to use.
  • 1. Xcode makes it very easy to develop and test code by using an emulator or an iPhone. 2. Packages can be installed by just pasting the link instead of going in the terminal. 3. It has various development features like debugging, auto-completion and troubleshooting of the code.
  • - Xcode is simple enough to use by absolute beginners for development in multiple languages. - It is now even faster with the new M1 chip in Apple, being a native application, makes it one of the few applications getting the latest updates and support. - It works efficiently and performs really well while building iOS applications. - It can handle multiple projects at one and is efficient enough to perform well in every condition without producing heat or triggering the fans.
  • - It is integrated deeply into the macOS, and that makes it the smoothest IDE to work on. - Building and deploying iOS apps on Xcode is way easier than building on any other IDE. - Xcode allows using iPhone simulator natively to debug and test applications before releasing them for physical devices.

Cons

  • 1. It is only be run and limited to the Apple devices, which makes it mandatory to buy Mac for iOS development.
  • 1. The IDE can come as a complex application initially, especially, for beginners. 2. The logs are not as detailed as other IDEs.
  • 1. It is not a beginner-friendly IDE because of its complex structure and user interface. 2. It is exclusively for Macs.
  • - The debugging details are not comprehensible enough for the beginner developers. - It takes a lot of space after installing.
  • - There is a bit of learning curve before a user can use Xcode efficiently and professionally.

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

JetBrains
Founded: 2000
Czech Republic
www.jetbrains.com/idea/

Company Information

Apple
Founded: 1976
United States
developer.apple.com/xcode/

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Categories

Categories

Application Development Features

Access Controls/Permissions
Code Assistance
Code Refactoring
Collaboration Tools
Compatibility Testing
Data Modeling
Debugging
Deployment Management
Graphical User Interface
Mobile Development
No-Code
Reporting/Analytics
Software Development
Source Control
Testing Management
Version Control
Web App Development

IDE Features

Code Completion
Compiler
Cross Platform Support
Debugger
Drag and Drop UI
Integrations and Plugins
Multi Language Support
Project Management
Text Editor / Code Editor

Code Editors Features

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Text Editors Features

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Integrations

Claude Fable 5
Claude Mythos 5
Claude Opus 4.5
Claude Opus 4.6
Claude Opus 4.7
Claude Opus 4.8
Claude Opus 5
Claude Sonnet 4.5
Claude Sonnet 4.6
Forge Code
GPT-5.5
GPT-5.5 Pro
GPT-5.6 Luna
GPT-5.6 Sol
GPT-5.6 Terra
GPT-6
GitHub Copilot
Java
Poolside
Superapp

Integrations

Claude Fable 5
Claude Mythos 5
Claude Opus 4.5
Claude Opus 4.6
Claude Opus 4.7
Claude Opus 4.8
Claude Opus 5
Claude Sonnet 4.5
Claude Sonnet 4.6
Forge Code
GPT-5.5
GPT-5.5 Pro
GPT-5.6 Luna
GPT-5.6 Sol
GPT-5.6 Terra
GPT-6
GitHub Copilot
Java
Poolside
Superapp
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