Neovim
8.1#4 in text editorsFree planFree planAndroidAPILinuxmacOS
VisitNeovim vs Notepad++
What both publish
| Fact | Neovim | Notepad++ |
|---|---|---|
| Column editing | Yes | Yes |
| Extension support | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Large-file handling | Yes | Yes |
| License | Neovim is licensed under Apache 2.0 except for parts contributed under the Vim license. | The project says its use is governed by the GPL license. |
| Macro recording | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-cursor editing | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Linux,macOS,Windows,Android | Windows |
Neovim plans
- NeovimFree
Notepad++ plans
- Notepad++Free
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.
Pick Notepad++ if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.