Helix
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VisitHelix vs Neovim
What both publish
| Fact | Helix | Neovim |
|---|---|---|
| Extension support | No | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Macro recording | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-cursor editing | Yes | Yes |
| Product | Helix describes itself as a post-modern text editor built for the terminal. | Neovim is a Vim-based text editor engineered for extensibility and usability. |
| Supported platforms | Linux,macOS,Windows | Linux,macOS,Windows,Android |
Helix plans
No prices published.
Neovim plans
- NeovimFree
Pick Helix if…
Helix suits programmers who prefer terminal-based editing and want multiple-selection commands, syntax-aware navigation and language server features. Users should be comfortable installing language servers for the languages they use.
Pick Neovim if…
Neovim suits users who want Vim’s editing model alongside Lua plugins, language-server features and an extensible API. It is also relevant to developers embedding an editor in a GUI, IDE or browser.