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At a Glance
Notepad++
Notepad++
Star Rating
(2,358)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (37.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Star Rating
(1,744)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (43.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Sublime Text
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Reviewers mention that Notepad++ excels in its syntax highlighting feature, scoring 9.1, which allows for clear differentiation of code elements, making it easier for users to read and understand their code. In contrast, Sublime Text received a slightly higher score of 9.2, indicating that users appreciate its more advanced highlighting capabilities.
  • Users report that Notepad++ offers superior find and replace functionality, with a score of 9.3, which is particularly useful for large codebases. Meanwhile, Sublime Text's score of 9.1 suggests it is effective but may not be as robust in this area.
  • G2 users highlight that Notepad++ has a better ease of setup rating of 9.5, making it more accessible for beginners. On the other hand, Sublime Text's score of 8.8 indicates that some users find the initial setup process slightly more complex.
  • Users on G2 mention that while both products have similar scores for extensibility at 8.7, Sublime Text is often praised for its extensive package control, allowing users to easily install and manage plugins, which enhances its functionality.
  • Reviewers say that Notepad++ shines in collaborative editing with a score of 8.0, making it a better choice for teams working together on projects. In contrast, Sublime Text's score of 7.6 suggests it may not be as effective for collaborative efforts.
  • Users report that Sublime Text's cross-platform support is a significant advantage, scoring 8.9, which allows for seamless use across different operating systems. Notepad++ scored lower at 8.2, indicating it may not be as versatile for users who work on multiple platforms.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Notepad++
No pricing available
Sublime Text
No pricing available
Free Trial
Notepad++
No trial information available
Sublime Text
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
1,995
9.1
1,527
Ease of Use
9.3
2,005
9.1
1,531
Ease of Setup
9.5
325
8.8
190
Ease of Admin
9.2
279
8.7
157
Quality of Support
8.5
1,466
8.2
1,100
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
236
8.8
124
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
1,934
8.6
1,498
Features by Category
8.6
1,299
8.6
817
Coding
9.1
1161
9.2
752
8.3
1128
8.5
731
9.3
1192
9.1
753
8.8
1082
8.7
688
Editing
8.0
908
7.6
536
8.9
1108
8.7
669
8.7
1109
8.6
685
Functionality
8.7
1082
8.7
683
8.2
1008
8.9
667
8.5
1059
8.5
682
8.4
875
8.4
493
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Notepad++
Notepad++
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Notepad++ and Sublime Text are categorized as Text Editor
Unique Categories
Notepad++
Notepad++ has no unique categories
Sublime Text
Sublime Text has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Notepad++
Notepad++
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
29.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
32.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
37.8%
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
43.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
34.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
22.5%
Reviewers' Industry
Notepad++
Notepad++
Information Technology and Services
29.2%
Computer Software
22.9%
Telecommunications
2.8%
Internet
2.5%
Financial Services
2.1%
Other
40.5%
Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Computer Software
29.3%
Information Technology and Services
21.2%
Internet
7.9%
Marketing and Advertising
4.0%
Higher Education
2.9%
Other
34.6%
Most Helpful Reviews
Notepad++
Notepad++
Most Helpful Favorable Review
DP
Deep P.
Verified User

i like every feature of notepad++ that i have used in past few months .notepad++ support multi languages(this feature is not much use for me as html coder) ,correct spelling mistakes and It also include the auto detection of the programming language that in...

Most Helpful Critical Review
VP
Vaishal P.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

There is no Version Control System integrated by default. However, I am aware Notepad++ does now offer plugins support. And, a quick google search has revealed there is a git plugin.

Sublime Text
Sublime Text
Most Helpful Favorable Review
GR
Genesis R.
Verified User in Computer Software

Sublimetext is the best text editor I have used, at the time of programming it is my first option. Its interface is friendly so it is easy to use, it has a very good number of keyboard shortcuts that allows me to quickly access any program complement or...

Most Helpful Critical Review
AP
Austin P.
Verified User in Computer Software

Some default key bindings are un-natural

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Discussions
Notepad++
Notepad++ Discussions
How do I close multiple windows at the same time instead of just individually clicking the cross
3 comments
SP
There is an icon(5th one) for close all option,just below the Menu bar Read more
How do I use Notepad?
3 comments
YS
It's a free download. It opens with a blank document. Multiple docs can be opened in tabs. Save documents when you are done.Read more
How do i save automatically?
2 comments
RR
When we work on any page than it already saved , because if tab closed automatically than if you open again then you get your data where you working.Read more
Sublime Text
Sublime Text Discussions
Can anyone help me figure out how to run code in sublime text?
5 comments
KG
There are a few ways to do it- 1. Tools --> Build 2. On Windows, Ctrl + B 3. On OSX, CMD + BRead more
Is Sublime Text an IDE?
4 comments
AG
Certainly! Please provide the text in the Unknown Language that you would like translated into English.Read more
What is the best way to use plugin in Sublime Text ?
2 comments
IG
Without knowing what plugin you're having an issue with, there's no way for anyone who uses this site to assist you. Your best bet is to refer to the...Read more