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Chime

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Free plan macOS
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Spec score 7.9 #17 of 24 in Go IDEs

What it is

Chime is an open source editor designed specifically for macOS, with native extensions and a minimalist interface. It supports the Language Server Protocol, and extensions can provide deeper project integration. Refactoring tools are listed. The current stable download is version 2.2.5, released 29 Nov 2023, and requires macOS 12.0 or later. Chime’s maker says source code is never captured or transmitted off the machine. The app does make outgoing requests for software updates, licensing, and crash reporting, and users can opt out. Crash reports can also be disabled; they are described as intended to improve the products and not intended to contain personally identifiable information. Chime Systems Inc. is identified as the Canadian corporation behind the product, with Matt and Tania credited as makers. Chime has a free plan listed at free and supports macOS only.

Spec sheet

Product
Chime is an open source editor for macOS.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Privacy
The maker says the app never captures or transmits source code off the user's machine.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Headquarters
The site says Chime is made in Montreal, Canada.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Founded
2017Read 28 Sep 2026 · chimehq.com
Company
The site identifies Chime Systems Inc. as a Canadian corporation.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Maker
The site credits Matt and Tania as the makers.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Crash reports
The maker says crash reports are used only to improve its products, are not intended to contain personally identifiable information, and can be disabled.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Current stable download
The download page lists version 2.2.5, released 29 Nov 2023, with macOS 12.0 as the minimum OS.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Design
Chime is designed for macOS and its extensions are native.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Focus
The product describes its approach as combining modern features with a minimalist user interface.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Language support
Chime supports the Language Server Protocol, and extensions can provide deeper project integration.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Network requests
The app makes outgoing requests for software updates, licensing, and crash reporting, which users can opt out of.Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
Security contact
The maker asks users to report product or website security issues to [email protected].Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com

Plans and prices

Chime Free Free; macOS 12.0 or later Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Open source macOS editor
  • Native extensions for macOS
  • Language Server Protocol support
  • Refactoring tools are listed
  • Free plan at free

Limits

  • macOS only
  • Requires macOS 12.0 or later
  • Stable download listed is from 29 Nov 2023
  • Makes outgoing update, licensing, and crash-report requests

Who it suits

It suits macOS developers seeking an open source editor with language-server support, extensions, and refactoring tools. It requires macOS 12.0 or later.

Verdict

Chime offers a macOS-focused editor with native extensibility and language tooling at no listed cost. Review its operating-system requirement and optional network requests before installing.

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