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CotEditorNeon Vision Editor
Free

Free and open source.

 Free

Free and open source under the Apache 2.0 licence.

macOS macOS, iOS
  • Native macOS interface and fast launch
  • Syntax highlighting for over 60 languages
  • Native Swift app on macOS, iOS, iPadOS and visionOS
  • Handles both code and Markdown
  • macOS only
  • A text editor rather than a full IDE
  • Apple platforms only
  • Smaller project with a young ecosystem compared with established editors
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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