Compare Code::Blocks and Visual Studio
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (35.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Code::Blocks
Star Rating
(97)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (47.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Code::Blocks
Visual Studio
Star Rating
(3,972)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (35.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Visual Studio
Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Visual Studio excels in providing a robust user experience, particularly with its Intellisense features that offer accurate code suggestions, allowing users to code quickly and efficiently. In contrast, while Code::Blocks is appreciated for its simplicity and ease of navigation, it may not match the advanced capabilities of Visual Studio.
- Users say that Visual Studio's debugging tools are highly effective, enabling quick checks on code updates, which enhances productivity. On the other hand, Code::Blocks offers a straightforward environment for beginners, but it lacks some of the more sophisticated debugging features that experienced developers might seek.
- Reviewers mention that Visual Studio has a clean and intuitive interface packed with powerful features, making it suitable for both small businesses and larger teams. Meanwhile, Code::Blocks is noted for its familiar layout reminiscent of MS Word, which helps new users feel comfortable, but it may not provide the same level of professional polish.
- According to verified reviews, Visual Studio's extensive integrations and community edition make it a versatile choice for developers looking for a comprehensive IDE. In contrast, Code::Blocks, while functional, may not offer the same breadth of integrations, which could limit its appeal for more complex projects.
- Users highlight that Visual Studio's high performance and frequent updates contribute to a positive long-term partnership, with many appreciating the ongoing improvements. Conversely, Code::Blocks, while stable, has fewer recent updates and may not keep pace with evolving user needs as effectively.
- G2 reviewers note that Visual Studio's support quality is generally rated higher, with users feeling well-supported through various resources. Code::Blocks does provide helpful guides, but some users feel that the support could be more comprehensive, especially for troubleshooting more complex issues.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Code::Blocks
No pricing availableVisual Studio
No pricing availableFree Trial
Code::Blocks
No trial information availableVisual Studio
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.3
90
9.1
3,197
Ease of Use
8.7
90
8.7
3,218
Ease of Setup
8.8
7
8.6
876
Ease of Admin
7.8
6
8.5
559
Quality of Support
8.0
81
8.4
2,780
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.7
5
8.8
523
Product Direction (% positive)
9.4
91
8.9
3,098
Features by Category
.NET Integrated Development Environments (IDE)Hide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
8.8
945
Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
844
Not enough data
9.0
818
Not enough data
8.9
731
Not enough data
8.7
807
Not enough data
8.7
795
Not enough data
8.6
785
Not enough data
8.7
791
Functionality
8.7
50
9.1
514
8.6
50
8.9
509
6.9
40
8.9
468
7.5
47
8.8
496
7.7
49
8.8
496
7.8
49
8.7
497
7.7
44
8.7
493
Functionality
Not enough data
9.1
419
Not enough data
9.1
400
Not enough data
9.0
376
Not enough data
8.9
401
Not enough data
8.7
386
Not enough data
8.7
388
Not enough data
8.9
393
Agentic AI - Mobile Development Platforms
Not enough data
8.7
40
Not enough data
8.5
40
Not enough data
8.5
40
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Code::Blocks and Visual Studio are categorized as C/C++ Integrated Development Environments (IDE)
Unique Categories
Code::Blocks has no unique categories
Visual Studio is categorized as .NET Integrated Development Environments (IDE), Mobile Development Platforms, Java Integrated Development Environments (IDE), and Application Development Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Code::Blocks
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Visual Studio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
38.3%
Information Technology and Services
12.8%
Program Development
10.6%
Higher Education
9.6%
Education Management
4.3%
Other
24.5%
Computer Software
31.1%
Information Technology and Services
22.5%
Higher Education
2.9%
Financial Services
2.6%
Internet
2.2%
Other
38.7%
Discussions
Can i use asp.net on code::blocks?
1 Comment
BB
No, code::blocks is an IDE for C/C++ languaje, for asp.net i recomend you use "Visual Studio Code"Read more
Code::Blocks has no more discussions with answers
What is Visual Studio used for?
10 Comments
GH
PC program development mainly, but with add ins it can be used for some embedded projects too.Read more
What is the use of Visual Studio?
6 Comments
KS
Visual Studio is user friendly IDE tool used for developing code with lots of plugins available.Read more
What are the most impactful features of Visual Studio for developers in building modern applications?
5 Comments
AJ
Most impactful would be
IntelliSense which offers auto code completion, easy navigation and parameters info.
Git Integration where developers can...Read more
