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At a Glance
Kate
Kate
Star Rating
(14)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (64.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Star Rating
(1,780)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
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  • G2 reviewers report that Sublime Text excels in speed and simplicity, making it a favorite among users who appreciate a minimalist design. Many users highlight its ability to open instantly and remain responsive even with large files, which is crucial for efficient coding.
  • Users say that Kate is a reliable choice for everyday tasks, particularly due to its strong find and replace functionality. Reviewers appreciate how convenient it is for small to medium tasks, making it a solid option for those who need a straightforward text editor.
  • According to verified reviews, Sublime Text stands out for its advanced features like multiple cursors and a command palette, which significantly enhance the editing experience. Users find these tools particularly helpful for debugging and testing code across multiple languages.
  • Reviewers mention that while Kate is praised for its built-in terminal and project file explorer, it may not offer the same level of extensibility and advanced features as Sublime Text. This can be a consideration for users looking for a more robust coding environment.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that both products have similar ease of use ratings, but Sublime Text's overall user satisfaction is higher, reflecting its ability to meet the needs of a broader range of developers, especially in small business settings.
  • Users note that while Kate has a strong community and support, Sublime Text's larger user base and more frequent updates contribute to a more dynamic development experience, making it a better partner for long-term projects.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Kate
No pricing available
Sublime Text
No pricing available
Free Trial
Kate
No trial information available
Sublime Text
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
12
9.1
1,562
Ease of Use
9.2
12
9.1
1,567
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.9
227
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.8
162
Quality of Support
8.3
11
8.2
1,128
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.9
129
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
11
8.6
1,531
Features by Category
9.1
11
8.6
866
Coding
9.5
10
9.2
778
9.0
8
8.5
749
9.2
10
9.1
780
9.1
9
8.8
705
Editing
8.9
6
7.6
548
9.3
7
8.8
689
9.0
8
8.7
700
Functionality
9.0
7
8.7
700
9.0
10
8.9
686
9.4
8
8.5
700
9.2
8
8.4
503
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Kate
Kate
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Kate and Sublime Text are categorized as Text Editor
Unique Categories
Kate
Kate has no unique categories
Sublime Text
Sublime Text has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Kate
Kate
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
28.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
64.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.1%
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
43.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
34.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
22.3%
Reviewers' Industry
Kate
Kate
Computer Software
35.7%
Building Materials
14.3%
Information Technology and Services
7.1%
Hospital & Health Care
7.1%
Financial Services
7.1%
Other
28.6%
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Computer Software
29.3%
Information Technology and Services
21.1%
Internet
7.8%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Higher Education
2.9%
Other
34.8%
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Kate
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Discussions
Kate
Kate Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Kate has no discussions with answers
Sublime Text
Sublime Text Discussions
Can anyone help me figure out how to run code in sublime text?
5 Comments
Kunal G.
KG
There are a few ways to do it- 1. Tools --> Build 2. On Windows, Ctrl + B 3. On OSX, CMD + BRead more
Is Sublime Text an IDE?
4 Comments
How can I use Sublime Text for free?
2 Comments
Gjergji K.
GK
Even though Sublime Text will remind you of registering the software, you can skip it (close the pop-up) and keep using it for free. There has been no...Read more