IAR Embedded Workbench
6.9#4 in embedded systems toolchainsFree planFree planExtensionLinuxWindows
VisitIAR Embedded Workbench vs MPLAB X IDE
MPLAB X IDE
6.4#7 in embedded development idesFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | IAR Embedded Workbench | MPLAB X IDE |
|---|---|---|
| Debugging | The C-SPY debugger provides real-time trace, code coverage, function profiling, and RTOS awareness. | Its features include I/O View for viewing and manipulating target device registers during debugging. |
| Founded | 1983 | 1989 |
| Headquarters | Uppsala, Sweden | Chandler, Arizona, USA |
| Purpose | IAR Embedded Workbench is an embedded development toolchain with an optimized compiler, debugger, and analysis tools. | MPLAB X IDE provides tools to discover, configure, develop, debug and qualify embedded designs for most Microchip microcontrollers and digital signal controllers. |
IAR Embedded Workbench plans
- IAR Embedded Workbench evaluationFree
- IAR Platform subscriptionPriced on request
MPLAB X IDE plans
- MPLAB X IDEFree
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.
Pick MPLAB X IDE if…
MPLAB X IDE suits developers working with Microchip MCU, DSC, and MPU families who need an integrated development and debugging environment. It is available across Windows, Linux, and macOS.