CrossWorks for ARM
6.3#8 in embedded development ides$2,500 one-timeLinuxmacOSWindows
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PlatformIO IDE
7.0#3 in embedded systems toolchainsFrom $249 a monthFree planExtensionLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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| Fact | CrossWorks for ARM | PlatformIO IDE |
|---|---|---|
| Support | The company accepts pre-sales and technical questions through its CrossWorks Helpdesk. | The free Community support option includes round-the-clock access to community forums and documentation; paid Business support lists online ticket submission and a response time under 24 business hours. |
CrossWorks for ARM plans
- Named Developer License$2,500, paid once
- Shared Developer License$3,750, paid once
PlatformIO IDE plans
- CommunityFree
- PlatformIO IDEFree
- Business$249 a month
- EnterprisePriced 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 PlatformIO IDE if…
PlatformIO IDE suits embedded systems engineers, software developers, and hobbyists building for a broad range of boards and frameworks. It is also a fit for users who want an integrated terminal, build and upload tasks, serial monitoring, and debugging in their development workflow.