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LiClipse vs Apache NetBeans: catalog facts
LiClipse	Apache NetBeans
Paid Commercial licence purchased from the developer.	Free Free and open source under the Apache License 2.0.
macOS	Windows, macOS, Linux
Multiple cursors and indent guides for all Eclipse editors TextMate bundle support for many languages	Strong Java support with semantic highlighting and refactoring Project wizards and templates for Java and PHP
Carries the size and complexity of Eclipse Requires a paid licence	Heavier than lightweight editors Tutorials are partly under review
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: Apache-2.0
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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