Devtools
VS Code
The code editor. Extensions for everything, built-in terminal, Git integration. Free, fast, universal.
The honest take.
The code editor. Extensions for everything, built-in terminal, Git integration. Free, fast, universal.
Who it's for.
Best for
You write code, period
Avoid if
You want a full AI-native editor, try Cursor
Our verdict.
Our Pick
VS Code is our pick. The code editor. Extensions for everything, built-in terminal, Git integration. Free, fast, universal.
More Devtools.
Explore other tools in the same category.
Independent
No paid placements, ever.
40+ hours tested
Real projects, not demos.
Review date
Last updated April 2026.
Verdict refreshed
We revisit as tools evolve.