IntelliJ IDEA vs Zed: Which is Better?
The Verdict
All 2 tools are strong choices, but they win in different lanes. IntelliJ IDEA takes the top spot overall thanks to its balance of quality, popularity and community trust. Use the table below to weigh the exact trade-offs for your use case.
Winners by category
Best Overall
Best Value
Best Free
Best for Developers
Best for Students
| Tool | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rating |
IntelliJ IDEA
Winner- Best-in-class refactoring
- Deep language support
- Great ecosystem
- Resource heavy
- Ultimate is paid
- Can feel heavyweight