Microsoft Edit
6.4#65 in text editorsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitMicrosoft Edit vs Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio Code
8.2#3 in text editorsFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Microsoft Edit | Visual Studio Code |
|---|---|---|
| Extension support | No | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows,macOS,Linux | web,windows,macos,linux |
Microsoft Edit plans
- Microsoft EditFree
Visual Studio Code plans
- Visual Studio CodeFree
Pick Microsoft Edit if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Visual Studio Code if…
VS Code suits developers who want a free editor for desktop or browser coding, with built-in tools and a large extension library. It also fits users who want to combine AI agent workflows with direct coding, provided they have a GitHub account to start building with agents.