CrossWorks for ARM
6.3#8 in embedded development ides$2,500 one-timeLinuxmacOSWindows
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IAR Embedded Workbench
6.9#4 in embedded systems toolchainsFree planFree planExtensionLinuxWindows
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| Fact | CrossWorks for ARM | IAR Embedded Workbench |
|---|---|---|
| Debugger | The CrossWorks multi-core debugger can debug applications built in the IDE or with external toolchains. | C-SPY provides real-time trace, code coverage, profiling and RTOS-aware debugging. |
| Headquarters | Dursley, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom | Uppsala, Sweden |
CrossWorks for ARM plans
- Named Developer License$2,500, paid once
- Shared Developer License$3,750, paid once
IAR Embedded Workbench plans
- IAR Embedded Workbench evaluationFree
- IAR Platform subscriptionPriced on request
Pick CrossWorks for ARM if…
CrossWorks for ARM suits embedded developers targeting ARM-family microcontrollers and using C, C++, or assembly. It also fits teams needing integrated debugging, flashing, RTOS tasking, and hardware-probe support.
Pick IAR Embedded Workbench if…
It suits embedded development and embedded security teams working with supported architectures on Linux or Windows. Teams evaluating the tool should note the trial's non-commercial restriction and excluded features.