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Sublime Text

by Sublime HQ

A sophisticated text editor for code.

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

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Key facts

Vendor
Sublime HQ
Pricing
One-time — Free – $99 once
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Windows, Mac, Linux
Best for
Developers
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2008
Headquarters
Sydney, Australia

What is Sublime Text?

Sublime Text is a code editors tool from Sublime HQ. Sublime Text is a fast, lightweight code editor with a one-time license.

Sublime Text uses one-time pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $99 once.

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

Standout strengths include extremely fast, lightweight, one-time purchase. Worth weighing: smaller ecosystem than vs code, paid license.

Sublime Text pricing

License
$99 once
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Pros

  • Extremely fast
  • Lightweight
  • One-time purchase

Cons

  • Smaller ecosystem than VS Code
  • Paid license

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sublime Text?

Sublime Text is a fast, lightweight code editor with a one-time license.

How much does Sublime Text cost?

Sublime Text is one-time-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $99 once.

Does Sublime Text have a free trial?

Sublime Text offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Sublime Text support?

Sublime Text is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.