# CLion, React Native vs Xcode Comparison

| | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.4 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.2 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 55 | 142 | 1,037 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (60.4% of reviews) | Small-Business (55.3% of reviews) | Small-Business (55.2% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | $229.00 1 User Per Year | No pricing available | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### CLion

**Not enough data**

### React Native

**Not enough data**

### Xcode

Pros:
- Ease of Use (36 reviews)
- App Development (25 reviews)

Cons:
- Slow Performance (17 reviews)
- Performance Issues (15 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 8.9 (51 reviews) | 8.7 (103 reviews) | 8.8 (844 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.4 (51 reviews) | 8.5 (103 reviews) | 7.8 (847 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | Not enough data | 8.9 (48 reviews) | 8.1 (196 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | 8.5 (32 reviews) | 8.0 (137 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 7.9 (29 reviews) | 8.3 (94 reviews) | 7.7 (747 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | 9.1 (31 reviews) | 8.1 (127 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.8 (49 reviews) | 8.8 (96 reviews) | 8.0 (814 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### CLion

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: FOR BUSINESS & ORGANIZATIONS

Price: $229.00 1 User Per Year

Description: $183 /2nd year and $ 137 /3rd year onwards


Key Features:
- Or pay monthly $22,90
- 50% discount for startups
- All Products Pack yearly subscription available from $ 779 per user, first year

[Browse all 3 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/clion/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### React Native

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Xcode

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### C/C++ Integrated Development Environments (IDE)

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **CLion** | 8.2/10 | 30 |
| **React Native** | N/A | N/A |
| **Xcode** | 8.7/10 | 70 |

#### Functionality

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Ease of Use** | 8.8 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | 9.0 (65 reviews) | 
| **File Management** | 8.3 (28 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.8 (63 reviews) | 
| **Multi-Language Support** | 7.7 (22 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.7 (57 reviews) | 
| **Customization** | 8.6 (26 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.5 (63 reviews) | 
| **Straight-Out-the-Box Functionality** | 7.8 (27 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.8 (63 reviews) | 
| **Help Guides** | 7.8 (23 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (61 reviews) | 
| **Patching & Updates** | 8.1 (26 reviews) | Not enough data | 8.6 (61 reviews) | 

### Mobile Development Frameworks

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **CLion** | N/A | N/A |
| **React Native** | 8.8/10 | 64 |
| **Xcode** | N/A | N/A |

#### Functionality

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Language Support** | Not enough data | 8.8 (53 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Ease of Use** | Not enough data | 9.1 (56 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Integrations** | Not enough data | 8.8 (56 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Performance

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Power** | Not enough data | 8.7 (54 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Responsiveness** | Not enough data | 8.8 (52 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Lightweight** | Not enough data | 8.4 (53 reviews) | Not enough data | 

#### Support

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Tutorials** | Not enough data | 8.7 (52 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Documentation** | Not enough data | 8.6 (54 reviews) | Not enough data | 
| **Community** | Not enough data | 8.9 (54 reviews) | Not enough data | 

### Mobile App Testing

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **CLion** | N/A | N/A |
| **React Native** | N/A | N/A |
| **Xcode** | 8.7/10 | 110 |

#### Functionality

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Test Feedback** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (93 reviews) | 
| **Test Variety** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (90 reviews) | 
| **Emulation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 9.0 (99 reviews) | 

#### Management

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Test History** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (87 reviews) | 
| **Automation** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (85 reviews) | 
| **Organization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (86 reviews) | 

### Application Development Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **CLion** | N/A | N/A |
| **React Native** | N/A | N/A |
| **Xcode** | 8.5/10 | 72 |

#### Functionality

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Ease of Use** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (67 reviews) | 
| **File Management** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (63 reviews) | 
| **Multi-Language Support** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.2 (61 reviews) | 
| **Customization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.3 (65 reviews) | 
| **Straight-Out-the-Box Functionality** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (68 reviews) | 
| **Help Guides** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.4 (65 reviews) | 
| **Patching & Updates** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.8 (66 reviews) | 

### Mobile Development Platforms

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **CLion** | N/A | N/A |
| **React Native** | N/A | N/A |
| **Xcode** | 8.7/10 | 13 |

#### Agentic AI - Mobile Development Platforms

| Feature | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Adaptive Learning** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (13 reviews) | 
| **Natural Language Interaction** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.7 (13 reviews) | 
| **Proactive Assistance** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 8.6 (12 reviews) | 

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## Categories

**Unique to CLion (1):** [C/C++ Integrated Development Environments (IDE)](https://www.g2.com/categories/c-c-integrated-development-environments-ide)

**Unique to React Native (1):** [Mobile Development Frameworks](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-development-frameworks)

**Unique to Xcode (6):** [Java Integrated Development Environments (IDE)](https://www.g2.com/categories/java-integrated-development-environments-ide), [Mobile App Debugging Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-app-debugging), [Mobile App Testing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-app-testing), [Mobile Development Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/mobile-development-platforms), [C/C++ Integrated Development Environments (IDE)](https://www.g2.com/categories/c-c-integrated-development-environments-ide), [Application Development Platforms ](https://www.g2.com/categories/application-development-platforms)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | CLion | React Native | Xcode | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 60.4% | 55.3% | 55.2% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 20.8% | 31.8% | 23.3% | 
| **Enterprise** | 18.9% | 12.9% | 21.5% | 

### By Industry

#### CLion

- **Computer Software:** 32.1%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 9.4%
- **Higher Education:** 9.4%
- **Research:** 5.7%
- **Internet:** 5.7%
- **Biotechnology:** 3.8%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 3.8%
- **Program Development:** 3.8%
- **Information Services:** 3.8%
- **Animation:** 1.9%
- **Other:** 20.8%

#### React Native

- **Computer Software:** 33.6%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 26.0%
- **Internet:** 3.8%
- **Biotechnology:** 3.1%
- **Program Development:** 2.3%
- **Non-Profit Organization Management:** 2.3%
- **E-Learning:** 2.3%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 2.3%
- **Accounting:** 1.5%
- **Banking:** 1.5%
- **Other:** 21.4%

#### Xcode

- **Computer Software:** 36.1%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 18.1%
- **Internet:** 5.6%
- **Higher Education:** 3.4%
- **Financial Services:** 2.2%
- **Program Development:** 2.1%
- **Marketing and Advertising:** 1.6%
- **Education Management:** 1.5%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 1.5%
- **Research:** 1.5%
- **Other:** 26.2%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to CLion

- [Visual Studio](https://www.g2.com/products/visual-studio/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (3986 reviews)
- [Eclipse](https://www.g2.com/products/eclipse/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (3211 reviews)
- [Code::Blocks](https://www.g2.com/products/code-blocks/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (97 reviews)
- [NetBeans](https://www.g2.com/products/netbeans/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (673 reviews)
- [Qt](https://www.g2.com/products/qt/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (54 reviews)
- [KDevelop](https://www.g2.com/products/kdevelop/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (10 reviews)
- [Arduino IDE](https://www.g2.com/products/arduino-ide/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (144 reviews)
- [CodeLite](https://www.g2.com/products/codelite/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (19 reviews)
- [AWS Cloud9](https://www.g2.com/products/aws-cloud9/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (347 reviews)
- [Particle](https://www.g2.com/products/particle/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (195 reviews)

### Alternatives to React Native

- [Essential Studio](https://www.g2.com/products/essential-studio/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (720 reviews)
- [Bootstrap](https://www.g2.com/products/bootstrap/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (154 reviews)
- [Ionic: An OutSystems Company](https://www.g2.com/products/ionic-an-outsystems-company/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (153 reviews)
- [Apache Cordova](https://www.g2.com/products/apache-cordova/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (58 reviews)
- [Qt](https://www.g2.com/products/qt/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (54 reviews)
- [Framework 7](https://www.g2.com/products/framework-7/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (35 reviews)
- [jQuery Mobile](https://www.g2.com/products/jquery-mobile/reviews) — 3.4/5 stars (22 reviews)
- [NativeScript](https://www.g2.com/products/nativescript/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (17 reviews)
- [Onsen UI](https://www.g2.com/products/onsen-ui/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (12 reviews)
- [DevExpress](https://www.g2.com/products/devexpress/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (116 reviews)

### Alternatives to Xcode

- [Visual Studio](https://www.g2.com/products/visual-studio/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (3986 reviews)
- [Eclipse](https://www.g2.com/products/eclipse/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (3211 reviews)
- [NetBeans](https://www.g2.com/products/netbeans/reviews) — 4.2/5 stars (673 reviews)
- [Android Studio](https://www.g2.com/products/android-studio/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (645 reviews)
- [Qt](https://www.g2.com/products/qt/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (54 reviews)
- [.NET](https://www.g2.com/products/net-2023-06-12/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (165 reviews)
- [IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.g2.com/products/intellij-idea/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (2371 reviews)
- [OutSystems](https://www.g2.com/products/outsystems/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (1796 reviews)
- [Firebase](https://www.g2.com/products/firebase/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (306 reviews)
- [Ionic: An OutSystems Company](https://www.g2.com/products/ionic-an-outsystems-company/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (153 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### CLion

- Title: [Is CLion a good IDE?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-clion-a-good-ide) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "CLION is an integrated development environment for C/C++ that is loosely based on the public domain IDE Eclipse. It is a member of a growing family of..."

### React Native

- Title: [Can react components be used in react native?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-react-components-be-used-in-react-native) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "yes sure you can use them"
- Title: [Is react native a software?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-react-native-a-software) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "React Native is a language"
- Title: [What is the use of react native?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-use-of-react-native) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "React native is an open-source software framework for developing mobile and web applications. It enables developers to use the React framework along with..."
- Title: [Is react native Dead 2020?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-react-native-dead-2020) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "we cannot say that React Native is dead or will become irrelevant soon"

### Xcode

- Title: [What is the use of Xcode in Mac?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-use-of-xcode-in-mac) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "For application development"
- Title: [Is Xcode good for Python?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-xcode-good-for-python) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "No, only Obj-C or Swift"
- Title: [Can we use Xcode for the hybrid apps in future?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/can-we-use-xcode-for-the-hybrid-apps-in-future) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "It's doubtful - Apple likes to keep their environment separate from others. iOS will continue to be its own identity and I doubt hybrid apps will be..."
- Title: [xcode the best aplication](https://www.g2.com/discussions/44803-xcode-the-best-aplication) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Yeah. Best application to develop Mac OS and iOS application"
- Title: [Will in future storyboard will be there?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/32657-will-in-future-storyboard-will-be-there) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "It should be. Because Apple always support backward compatibility."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/clion-vs-react-native-vs-xcode)