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CodeLiteCode::Blocks
Free

Free and open source under GPLv2 with a plugin exception.

 Free

Free to use, with the project accepting donations.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, Linux
  • Supports C, C++, Rust, Python, PHP and Node.js
  • Runs on Windows, Linux, macOS and FreeBSD
  • Dedicated support for C, C++ and Fortran
  • Plugin framework makes it highly configurable
  • macOS install is via Homebrew rather than a direct installer
  • Smaller plugin ecosystem than larger editors
  • Long gaps between major releases
  • Focused on C-family languages and Fortran rather than general use
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: GPL-2.0 License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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