GNU Emacs
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VisitGNU Emacs vs Zed
What both publish
| Fact | GNU Emacs | Zed |
|---|---|---|
| Column editing | Yes | Yes |
| Extension support | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Macro recording | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-cursor editing | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | GNU/Linux, BSDs, Haiku, Windows, macOS, and Android. | Zed is available for macOS, Linux, and Windows. |
GNU Emacs plans
- GNU EmacsFree
Zed plans
- PersonalFree
- Pro$10 a month
- Business$30 a month
- Pro Free TrialFree
Pick GNU Emacs if…
GNU Emacs suits people who want a customizable editor with content-aware modes and extensible Lisp-based tools. Its built-in documentation and tutorial may help new users explore its features.
Pick Zed if…
Zed suits developers looking for a cross-platform code editor with extensions, Git tools, and editing features such as multi-cursor support. Its collaboration features and Business organization controls may also suit teams.