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CotEditorSmultron
Free

Free and open source.

 Paid

One-time purchase of $9.99 for Smultron 14, with a free trial download and upgrade and…

macOS macOS
  • Native macOS interface and fast launch
  • Syntax highlighting for over 60 languages
  • One-time purchase with no subscription
  • Older versions available for earlier macOS releases
  • macOS only
  • A text editor rather than a full IDE
  • macOS only
  • Current version requires macOS 14 Sonoma or later
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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