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Android Studio

by Google

The official Android IDE.

Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Google
Pricing
Free — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Windows, Mac, Linux
Best for
Android Developers
Editor rating
4.3 / 5
Founded
2013
Headquarters
Mountain View, CA, USA

What is Android Studio?

Android Studio is a code editors tool from Google. Android Studio is Google's free IDE for building Android apps, built on IntelliJ.

Android Studio uses free pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to android-developers and runs on Windows, Mac, Linux.

Standout strengths include free, official android tooling, powerful emulator. Worth weighing: resource heavy, android-specific.

Android Studio pricing

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Pros

  • Free
  • Official Android tooling
  • Powerful emulator

Cons

  • Resource heavy
  • Android-specific

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Frequently asked questions

What is Android Studio?

Android Studio is Google's free IDE for building Android apps, built on IntelliJ.

How much does Android Studio cost?

Android Studio is free-priced. It has a free tier.

Does Android Studio have a free trial?

Android Studio offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Android Studio support?

Android Studio is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.