Micro
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VisitMicro vs Neovim
What both publish
| Fact | Micro | Neovim |
|---|---|---|
| Extension support | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | The Micro repository is MIT licensed. | Neovim is licensed under Apache 2.0 except for parts contributed under the Vim license. |
| Supported platforms | Windows,macOS,Linux | Linux,macOS,Windows,Android |
| Vim compatibility | Micro currently does not provide Vim emulation or Vi keybindings. | Neovim is fully compatible with Vim's editing model and Vimscript v1. |
Micro plans
- Open-source Micro editorFree
Neovim plans
- NeovimFree
Pick Micro if…
Micro suits people who prefer editing in a terminal, including those who regularly work with files over SSH. It may also fit users who want configurable keybindings, multiple cursors, and Lua plugins.
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.