Plans, costs, and free options for Kate Editor
Last updated: February 4, 2026
Pricing Model
100% Free
Starting Price
$0
Free Option
Yes ✓
Kate Editor is completely free to use. There are no paid tiers, subscription fees, or hidden costs. You get access to all features at no charge.
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| Tool | Free Tier | Starting Price | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Kate EditorCurrentBest Value Get an edge in editing with a feature-pa... | Yes | Free | —/100 | Details → |
Neovim Hyperextensible Vim-based editor | Yes | Free | 87/100 | Pricing → |
![]() WebStormTop Rated JetBrains IDE for JavaScript | No | $16.9/mo | 90/100 | Pricing → |
Prices shown are starting prices. Actual pricing may vary based on features and team size.
See all alternatives →Kate Editor is completely free to use. There are no hidden costs or paid tiers.
Yes, Kate Editor is entirely free to use with all features included.
Kate Editor is completely free, so no trial is needed.
Free or freemium alternatives include Neovim. View our full comparison to find the best value.
Kate Editor is free to use.
Yes, Kate Editor is completely free and open-source.