I use IntelliJ IDEA for Java and backend development projects and I like it for its intelligent code completion, debugging tools, and strong support for frameworks like Spring Boot. I also appreciate its features like version control integration and refactoring tools which help improve productivity and code quality. The smart auto-completion really speeds up my coding and makes it smoother by predicting methods and entire code patterns based on context. The real-time error highlighting is great because it helps me catch and fix issues immediately while coding instead of after compilation. Furthermore, its seamless integration with tools like Maven and Git, along with a great developer experience, makes IntelliJ IDEA very valuable to me. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

IntelliJ IDEA sometimes feels heavy or slow, especially on systems with limited RAM. The resource usage can be a problem when working on larger projects. Initially, setting up IntelliJ IDEA for complex projects can take a while. There's also a learning curve when it comes to using some advanced features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I primarily use IntelliJ IDEA for Java development but also for Python development at times. I find it to be a great IDE that has all the tools an IDE should have. What stands out for me is the support for plugins like Copilot and DevGPT Cline, which make it my daily driver for programming. Its code indexing is pretty neat. I love its developer-centric design and how it allows flows that sometimes don't even require touching the mouse, letting me stay locked into the work while it takes care of the rest. I also think Copilot works well with IntelliJ IDEA, and the impressive plugin ecosystem is something that makes it worth it. The initial setup was pretty smooth too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It's a bit slow and chunky. If it could become as light as VSCode, that would make the experience better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

In my experience, IntelliJ IDEA is the best and most user-friendly IDE for Java. It comes with plenty of useful extensions and built-in tools that I can count on to support my work and keep the development process running smoothly. As a student, I also have access to the premium version, which makes it an even better fit for my needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

IntelliJ IDEA has been a bit demanding on performance for me, at least, so I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone with low RAM memory. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use IntelliJ IDEA for developing Java programs and appreciate its auto-filling code feature, which helps while I type. I find it valuable that I can see Java libraries code, as it allows me to efficiently choose which functions to use for my specific use case. The initial setup was very easy, making it convenient to install and switch from Eclipse. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

theres no ability to connect to db to explore data while integrating with code Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The one standout feature I feel that IntelliJ IDEA possesses is how smooth and nice the day-to-day feel has been since I've been using it since last year for backend development and API and Docker integration. Unlike Visual Studio, I have never had the software lag so the performance has also been exceptional. I did not require any Onboarding/Support as such, apart from some issues that I had created myself which the crisp instructions helped me resolve faster. I've been using AI code assistant for some time and that has been a good respite from repetitive coding. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The very high resource usage that slows down large projects and the prohibitive costs for small teams come to my mind. The extensions in Visual Studio are also better, in my experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I absolutely love the interface of IntelliJ IDEA because it's so intuitive and easy to use. It sets the gold standard, particularly for Spring Boot projects. It saves me a lot of time when it comes to the project setup, as I don't really have to open up a terminal or configure my project to run itself. Everything I can do is from the interface itself. It makes coding fun because the interface is very visually appealing. The initial setup was very easy for me—I was able to do it within the first ten to fifteen minutes, which was really cool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I feel like IntelliJ IDEA is not doing well is that it's not able to keep up with new IDEs, like Cursors, and the extensions supported by VS Code. It could transform itself to become more AI-friendly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I quite love how easy to navigate IntelliJ IDEA's UI is, as well as how clean the overall application looks. It really helps one focus on their work instead of getting lost in a sea of buttons trying to find what they are trying to do. My team and I also agreed that IntelliJ IDEA is much easier to navigate and work with compared to the old software we used. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are certain aspects that I think can be improved, like the overall performance of the app and making it a little less resource heavy. I'm personally not the biggest fan of how the plugin system works, I think it can be a little more user-friendly and informative. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

IntelliJ IDEA is the best IDE I have used, especially for Java development. I really appreciate the autocomplete feature; it significantly boosts my productivity by at least 50%. I also love its integration with most tools like Git, AI tools, and database tools, which directly support JPA and database connections right in its UI. The UI and UX look very professional with easy accessibility. I enjoy the availability of lots of plugins, as well as the suggestions and the code refactoring tool. The feature that allows variable names to be changed across all files and the refactoring tool, which simplifies methods and reduces complexity, are particularly useful. Setting up IntelliJ IDEA was very easy and straightforward. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

IntelliJ IDEA utilizes a lot of RAM and CPU which might not be good for low spec laptops/desktops. They should reduce resource utilization. We need to minimize the parallel processes running. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I usually use IntelliJ IDEA for running and debugging Spring Boot applications, particularly Gradle-based apps, and I find it very easy. The feature that really attracts me to use it is how it builds the application first and points out any compilation issues right away, which is super helpful. The best thing about IntelliJ IDEA is its UI, which I really like the most. It looks very cool, pretty, and modern, even in the free version which still has good features that I use a lot. The debug window is something I use frequently, and it's very helpful because it automatically shows the values of variables in the runtime near the code, so I don't have to dig through threads and variables to find them, which really helps a lot. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I feel like if I'm installing a couple of plugins, they're a little bit heavy, and IntelliJ IDEA lags a lot. I use a MacBook, but still, it lags whenever it's loaded with a couple of plugins. This can be managed better. It becomes lagging sometimes, which I don't like. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use IntelliJ IDEA daily for Java and Spring Boot development, along with occasional work on microservices and REST APIs. It’s my primary IDE for writing, debugging, and refactoring code, as well as managing Maven/Gradle projects. I think the best part of using this software is how intelligent and developer-friendly the IDE feels during daily use. The smart suggestions, quick fixes, and refactoring options are extremely accurate and save a lot of manual effort. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

A area that could be improved is the learning curve. With so many powerful features available, new users may feel overwhelmed and may not fully utilize the IDE at first. To improve this, better performance optimization for large projects and low-spec machines would be helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.