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Compare Notepad++ and PSPad 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.0% of reviews)
Small-Business (52.6% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Notepad++
Star Rating
(2,437)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (38.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Notepad++PSPad
Star Rating
(20)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Notepad++ excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to PSPad. Users appreciate its lightweight design and extensive support for various file extensions, making it a top choice for many developers.
- Users say that Notepad++ offers a superior search and replace functionality, with advanced features like regex support that enhance text editing efficiency. In contrast, while PSPad provides a fast folder-wide search, it doesn't quite match the versatility that Notepad++ users enjoy.
- Reviewers mention that Notepad++ is particularly praised for its ease of setup and user-friendly interface, which allows for quick onboarding. This is a notable advantage for those who want to start coding immediately without a steep learning curve, whereas PSPad, while functional, may not provide the same level of intuitive experience.
- According to verified reviews, Notepad++ shines in its plugin ecosystem, allowing users to customize their experience extensively. Users highlight the ability to add various plugins without compromising system performance, a feature that PSPad users find less robust.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Notepad++ has a strong community and support network, reflected in its high quality of support ratings. Users feel confident knowing they can find help easily, while PSPad, despite having decent support, does not have the same level of community engagement.
- Users note that while PSPad has strengths in specific areas like syntax coloring and language support, it struggles to compete with Notepad++ in overall versatility and performance. Notepad++ users appreciate its ability to handle a wide range of coding languages and formats seamlessly, making it a more comprehensive tool for developers.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Notepad++
No pricing availablePSPad
No pricing availableFree Trial
Notepad++
No trial information availablePSPad
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
2,073
9.3
17
Ease of Use
9.3
2,084
9.2
17
Ease of Setup
9.5
405
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.2
286
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.5
1,524
8.3
10
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
243
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
2,010
10.0
17
Features by Category
Coding
9.1
1218
8.2
10
8.3
1177
8.3
8
9.3
1250
9.2
10
8.8
1128
7.9
7
Editing
7.9
949
7.7
8
8.9
1167
9.4
11
8.7
1151
8.3
9
Functionality
8.7
1139
7.8
9
8.2
1057
9.4
9
8.5
1115
8.6
6
8.4
917
9.7
6
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6.2
32
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Notepad++ and PSPad are categorized as Text Editor
Unique Categories
Notepad++ has no unique categories
PSPad has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Notepad++
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
PSPad
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
Information Technology and Services
29.2%
Computer Software
23.0%
Telecommunications
2.8%
Internet
2.4%
Financial Services
2.2%
Other
40.4%
Information Technology and Services
21.1%
Computer Software
21.1%
Writing and Editing
5.3%
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
5.3%
Program Development
5.3%
Other
42.1%
Alternatives
Discussions
How do I close multiple windows at the same time instead of just individually clicking the cross
3 Comments
SP
There is an icon(5th one) for close all option,just below the Menu bar Read more
How do I use Notepad?
3 Comments
YS
It's a free download. It opens with a blank document. Multiple docs can be opened in tabs.
Save documents when you are done.Read more
What is Notepad++ used for?
3 Comments
DL
Editing/creating simple text-based files such as .txt, .cs, .html, etcRead more
PSPad has no discussions with answers
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