Smart Code Completion.
User-Friendly Interface.
Extensive Plugin Marketplace.
Robust Support: Great documentation and active community.
Resource Intensive: Can be heavy on system resources.
Cost: the Ultimate edition, which offers more features, requires a paid license.
Steeper Learning Curve: Some users may find the abundance of features overwhelming, especially beginners.
Open Source and Free: Completely free to use with a large community support base.
Highly Customizable: Extensive plugin support that allows users to tailor their environments.
Supports Multiple Languages: Not limited to Java; supports various programming languages through plugins.
Steeper Learning Curve: Can be complex for newcomers due to many features and settings.
Less Intuitive UI: Some users find the user interface less friendly compared to IntelliJ IDEA.
User-Friendly Interface: Clean and straightforward design.
Free and Open Source.
Limited Plugin Ecosystem: Fewer plugins compared to IntelliJ and Eclipse can limit functionality.
Performance Issues: Slower performance compared to other IDEs, especially on larger projects.
Less Frequent Updates: Updates and new features tend to be less frequent compared to its competitors.
Integrated Environment for Oracle Technologies.
Visual Development Tools.
Good Support for Java EE.
Heavy on System Resources: Can be quite resource-intensive, requiring a powerful machine for optimal performance.
Steep Learning Curve: The environment can be daunting for new users, especially those unfamiliar with Oracle technologies.
Limited Community Support: Compared to more popular IDEs, the community is smaller, which can limit available resources and help.
Designed for Education.
Simple Interface.
Real-Time Visualization.
Easy to Start.
Limited Features: Lacks advanced features found in more robust IDEs.
Not Suitable for Large Projects.
Less Community Adoption.