Codename One
8.4#1 in mobile development idesFrom $25 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Swift Playgrounds
6.2#27 in mobile development idesFree planFree planiOSmacOS
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Codename One | Swift Playgrounds |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2012 | 1976 |
| Support | The Free plan includes community support, Pro includes email support, and Enterprise includes phone support during office hours. | Apple provides Swift Playgrounds documentation and developer forums for questions and discussion with Apple experts and other developers. |
Codename One plans
- FreeFree
- Basic$25 a month
- Pro$85 a month
- Enterprise$450 a month
Swift Playgrounds plans
- Swift PlaygroundsFree
Pick Codename One if…
It suits Java or Kotlin developers who want to build apps for mobile, desktop, and web targets from a shared codebase. Its free tier may suit projects that can work within the stated build-credit and JAR limits.
Pick Swift Playgrounds if…
Swift Playgrounds suits learners beginning with Swift and developers creating or experimenting with iPad and Mac app projects. It is also useful for users who want interactive lessons and SwiftUI-based projects.