Particle Web IDE
particle.io
What it is
Particle Web IDE is a browser-based development environment for Particle device platforms. It supports C and C++, firmware debugging, and deployment to Particle devices running Particle Device OS. The supported boards exclude Tracker One and Tracker SoM, and the IDE does not include a device simulator. The Free plan costs nothing, billed forever, and covers 100 devices and 100K Data Operations per month. Basic costs $299 a month per block and includes 100 devices and 720K Data Operations per month per block. Plus costs $599 a month per block, with 100 devices and 5M Data Operations per month per block. Professional and Enterprise use custom pricing: Professional lists premium support options, while Enterprise lists customized Data Operations packages. The available plans therefore specify different device and monthly Data Operations allowances, with custom-priced options for tailored packages or support. Particle Web IDE is web-only.
Plans and prices
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Supports C and C++.
- Includes firmware debugging.
- Free plan covers 100 devices.
- Paid plans specify monthly Data Operations allowances.
Limits
- No device simulator is included.
- Tracker One and Tracker SoM are excluded.
- Basic costs $299 a month per block.
- Professional and Enterprise pricing is custom.
Who it suits
It suits developers working with Particle device platforms who need C or C++ development and firmware debugging in a browser. Users should confirm their board is supported and compare the per-block allowances with their device and Data Operations needs.
Verdict
Particle Web IDE provides browser-based development and firmware debugging for Particle devices, with stated allowances across its Free, Basic, and Plus plans. Check board exclusions and the absence of a simulator before settling on it.
Where Specifiction places it
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