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Compare Notepad++ and TextPad 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.8% of reviews)
Small-Business (41.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Notepad++
Star Rating
(2,400)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Notepad++TextPad
Star Rating
(143)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about TextPadSummary
AI Generated Summary
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- Users report that TextPad excels in its "Find and Replace" functionality, scoring 9.4, which reviewers mention is particularly useful for large files and complex projects, making it a favorite among those who prioritize efficiency in text manipulation.
- Reviewers mention that Notepad++ shines with its "Syntax Highlighting" feature, achieving a score of 9.1, which users say enhances readability and helps in identifying code errors quickly, especially for developers working with multiple programming languages.
- G2 users highlight that Notepad++ offers better "Autocompletion" capabilities, scoring 8.3 compared to TextPad's 7.3, with users reporting that this feature significantly speeds up coding by suggesting code snippets and functions as you type.
- Users on G2 note that TextPad's "Ease of Setup" is rated at 9.3, which reviewers mention makes it a straightforward choice for those who want a quick installation process without the need for extensive configuration.
- Reviewers mention that Notepad++ provides superior "Code Folding" functionality, scoring 8.8, which users say is essential for managing large codebases by allowing them to collapse sections of code for better navigation.
- Users report that Notepad++ has a slight edge in "Plugins and Integrations," with a score of 8.5, as reviewers mention a wider variety of available plugins that enhance functionality, making it more adaptable to different workflows.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Notepad++
No pricing availableTextPad
No pricing availableFree Trial
Notepad++
No trial information availableTextPad
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.2
2,036
8.9
115
Ease of Use
9.3
2,046
9.2
115
Ease of Setup
9.5
367
9.4
29
Ease of Admin
9.2
281
8.7
26
Quality of Support
8.5
1,492
8.3
81
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
238
8.1
19
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
1,973
7.9
117
Features by Category
Coding
9.1
1194
8.2
31
8.3
1161
7.4
30
9.3
1225
9.4
31
8.8
1115
8.0
28
Editing
7.9
939
8.0
25
8.9
1140
8.3
28
8.7
1139
8.4
29
Functionality
8.7
1113
8.1
26
8.2
1038
7.4
27
8.5
1090
8.3
27
8.4
907
8.1
24
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5.7
25
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Notepad++ and TextPad are categorized as Text Editor
Unique Categories
Notepad++ has no unique categories
TextPad has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Notepad++
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
TextPad
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
29.1%
Computer Software
23.3%
Telecommunications
2.8%
Internet
2.4%
Financial Services
2.1%
Other
40.3%
Information Technology and Services
20.0%
Computer Software
16.4%
Internet
5.0%
Higher Education
4.3%
Financial Services
4.3%
Other
50.0%
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
Is there a way to synchronize notepad++ on internet so that data is save all the time
2 Comments
MC
You can install notepad++ as a portable version, in any folder synced in a cloud or Google drive. Read more
TextPad has no discussions with answers
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