Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Vim
- Pricing
- Open source — Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac, Linux
- Best for
- Power Users, Developers
- Editor rating
- 4.6 / 5
- Founded
- 1991
- Headquarters
- Open source
What is Vim?
Vim is a code editors tool from Vim. Vim is a highly configurable, keyboard-driven text editor on virtually every system.
Vim uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.
It's best suited to power-users, developers and runs on Windows, Mac, Linux.
Standout strengths include free & everywhere, extremely fast, keyboard-driven. Worth weighing: steep learning curve.
Vim pricing
Pros
- Free & everywhere
- Extremely fast
- Keyboard-driven
Cons
- Steep learning curve
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vim?
Vim is a highly configurable, keyboard-driven text editor on virtually every system.
How much does Vim cost?
Vim is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does Vim have a free trial?
Vim offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Vim support?
Vim is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.