Code Compare
7.3#3 in file comparison software$69.95 one-timeFree planAPIExtensionWindows
VisitCode Compare vs WinMerge
What both publish
| Fact | Code Compare | WinMerge |
|---|---|---|
| Folder comparison | Folder comparison color-codes added, deleted, and changed files, supports include/exclude filters, opens individual file comparisons, and batch-copies files. | Folder comparisons can use regular-expression file filters, compare files by size and date, and include subfolders. |
| Purpose | Code Compare compares and merges differing files and folders. | WinMerge compares files and folders and presents differences visually for merging. |
| Support | Devart says free support includes documentation, forums, an AI support chatbot, and basic email troubleshooting; support for trial licenses includes extended email assistance and product updates. | The support page directs users to discussion forums and asks bug reporters to include the WinMerge version and, if possible, a configuration log. |
| Version control | The maker lists integrations including TFS, SVN, Git, Mercurial, Perforce, TortoiseGit, GitKraken, SourceTree, and Git Extensions. | WinMerge can create patch files and resolve conflict files. |
Code Compare plans
- Code Compare FreeFree
- EvaluationFree
- Free editionFree
- Pro edition$69.95, paid once
- Code Compare ProPriced on request
WinMerge plans
- WinMergeFree
Pick Code Compare if…
Code Compare suits developers who need to compare or merge source files and folders. Its Visual Studio extension, standalone app, and version-control integrations offer options for different workflows.
Pick WinMerge if…
WinMerge suits Windows users who need to inspect differences between files or folders and merge changes. Its three-way comparisons, patch creation, and conflict resolution also address version-control workflows.