Eric
6.8#4 in python idesFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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Wing Python IDE
7.3#3 in python idesFrom $27 a yearAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Eric | Wing Python IDE |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | The maker's website privacy policy says the site uses cookies and server logs that may include IP addresses, and describes data subject rights under GDPR. | Wingware says it does not sell or rent customer information and sends data collected from customers directly over HTTPS; its policy describes license activation, update checks, and optional usage statistics. |
| Product | Eric is a Python editor and IDE written in Python and based on Qt and Scintilla. | Wing is a Python IDE with a traditional editing and debugging toolset, and Wing Pro adds AI agent development tools. |
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Wing Python IDE plans
- Free TrialFree
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- Wing Classic annual license$27 a year
- Wing Classic perpetual license$38, paid once
- Wing Pro annual license$71 a year
- Wing Pro perpetual license$98, paid once
Pick Eric if…
Eric suits Python developers looking for an editor with debugging, testing, profiling, and version-control interfaces. It is available across Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Pick Wing Python IDE if…
Wing may suit Python developers who want debugging, testing, build tools, and project management in one IDE. Its Windows, macOS, and Linux support gives developers on those systems an option to consider.