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# Compare IntelliJ IDEA vs Xcode 12

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> Detailed comparison between IntelliJ IDEA and Xcode 12. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | IntelliJ IDEA | Xcode 12 |
| **Overall rating** | 4.7/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 1259 | 46 |
| **Starting Price** | US$19.90 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop) | Mac (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base |
| **Training** | Webinars, Documentation, Videos | - |

## Best for

### IntelliJ IDEA

IntelliJ IDEA is designed for those who use Java and Kotlin in the enterprise, web, mobile backend, and full-stack applications and is used by software developers all over the world.

### Xcode 12

Developers building apps for Apple platforms, especially iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS.

## Key features

### IntelliJ IDEA

- API
- Automated Testing
- Code Development
- Code Editing
- Collaboration Tools
- Compatibility Testing
- Configurable Workflow
- Custom Development
- Debugging
- Deployment Management
- For Developers
- Graphical User Interface
- Integrated Development Environment
- Performance Management
- Pre-built Templates
- Reporting/Analytics
- Source Control
- Web/Mobile App Development
- Website Development
- Workflow Management

### Xcode 12

- Code Development
- Code Editing
- Debugging
- Deployment Management
- For Developers
- Graphical User Interface
- Integrated Development Environment
- Web/Mobile App Development

## Links

- [View IntelliJ IDEA Profile](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/136010/intellij-idea)
- [View Xcode 12 Profile](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/207197/xcode-12)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.sg/compare/136010/207197/intellij-idea/vs/xcode-12)

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