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Eclipse SDKApache NetBeans
Free

Free and open source.

 Free

Free and open source under the Apache License 2.0.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Includes tools for developing Eclipse plug-ins
  • Java development tools included
  • Strong Java support with semantic highlighting and refactoring
  • Project wizards and templates for Java and PHP
  • Heavier than lightweight code editors
  • Other Eclipse IDE packages may suit single-language work better
  • Heavier than lightweight editors
  • Tutorials are partly under review
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: EPL-2.0 License: Apache-2.0
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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