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At a Glance
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Star Rating
(1,778)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Textmate
Textmate
Star Rating
(27)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (52.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Textmate
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Sublime Text excels in speed and simplicity, making it a favorite among developers who appreciate its ability to open instantly and remain responsive even with large files. Users highlight features like multiple cursors and the command palette, which significantly enhance editing efficiency.
  • Users say that Textmate is a powerful and highly capable text editor for macOS, particularly appealing to those who miss Notepad++. Its lightweight nature allows it to run smoothly on Macbooks, and it offers extensive customization options, making it a solid choice for developers looking for flexibility.
  • Reviewers mention that Sublime Text's minimalist design and optimization make it particularly effective for multi-language development. Users appreciate its debugging features, which help streamline the coding process without unnecessary clutter.
  • According to verified reviews, Textmate shines in its syntax highlighting capabilities, which users find beneficial for a wide range of programming languages. This feature, combined with its quick project loading times, allows developers to dive into their work without delay.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while Sublime Text has a strong overall satisfaction score, it faces challenges in collaborative editing features compared to Textmate, which users find more effective for teamwork and shared projects.
  • Users report that both products offer good extensibility, but Textmate's plugins and integrations receive slightly higher praise, allowing for a more tailored user experience. This aspect is particularly important for developers who rely on specific tools and workflows.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Sublime Text
No pricing available
Textmate
No pricing available
Free Trial
Sublime Text
No trial information available
Textmate
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
1,560
9.2
19
Ease of Use
9.1
1,565
9.3
20
Ease of Setup
8.9
225
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.8
162
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.2
1,130
8.6
15
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
129
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
1,531
9.4
20
Features by Category
8.7
853
8.9
21
Coding
9.2
781
9.3
17
8.5
758
9.1
17
9.1
780
9.2
19
8.8
709
9.2
16
Editing
7.6
558
8.5
14
8.8
695
9.3
17
8.7
709
8.9
18
Functionality
8.7
708
8.7
17
8.9
690
7.6
17
8.5
708
8.8
17
8.5
511
9.1
13
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8.6
15
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Textmate
Textmate
Sublime Text and Textmate are categorized as Text Editor
Unique Categories
Sublime Text
Sublime Text has no unique categories
Textmate
Textmate has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
43.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
22.4%
Textmate
Textmate
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
52.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
20.0%
Reviewers' Industry
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Computer Software
29.3%
Information Technology and Services
21.3%
Internet
7.8%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Higher Education
2.9%
Other
34.7%
Textmate
Textmate
Computer Software
56.0%
Information Technology and Services
8.0%
Staffing and Recruiting
4.0%
Medical Devices
4.0%
Insurance
4.0%
Other
24.0%
Alternatives
Sublime Text
Sublime Text Alternatives
Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio Code
Add Visual Studio Code
Notepad++
Notepad++
Add Notepad++
UltraEdit
UltraEdit
Add UltraEdit
Brackets
Brackets
Add Brackets
Textmate
Textmate Alternatives
Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio Code
Add Visual Studio Code
BBEdit
BBEdit
Add BBEdit
Notepad++
Notepad++
Add Notepad++
UltraEdit
UltraEdit
Add UltraEdit
Discussions
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
What is the best way to use plugin in Sublime Text ?
2 Comments
IG
Without knowing what plugin you're having an issue with, there's no way for anyone who uses this site to assist you. Your best bet is to refer to the...Read more
Textmate
Textmate Discussions
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Textmate has no discussions with answers