Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- JetBrains
- Pricing
- Freemium — Free – $13.90/mo
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Windows, Mac, Linux
- Best for
- Dotnet Developers, Game Developers
- Editor rating
- 4.7 / 5
- Founded
- 2017
- Headquarters
- Prague, Czechia
What is Rider?
Rider is a code editors tool from JetBrains. Rider is JetBrains' fast cross-platform IDE for .NET and game development.
Rider uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $13.90/mo.
It's best suited to dotnet-developers, game-developers and runs on Windows, Mac, Linux.
Standout strengths include cross-platform .net, unity support, fast. Worth weighing: paid for commercial.
Rider pricing
Pros
- Cross-platform .NET
- Unity support
- Fast
Cons
- Paid for commercial
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Frequently asked questions
What is Rider?
Rider is JetBrains' fast cross-platform IDE for .NET and game development.
How much does Rider cost?
Rider is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $13.90/mo.
Does Rider have a free trial?
Rider offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Rider support?
Rider is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.