Buildroot vs PlatformIO IDE
Buildroot
buildroot.org
PlatformIO IDE
platformio.orgSide by side
| Figure | Buildroot | PlatformIO IDE |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $20.75/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Embedded Systems Toolchains | 8.6 (#3) | 8.1 (#9) |
| Purpose | Buildroot automates building complete embedded Linux systems through cross-compilation. | PlatformIO is a cross-platform, cross-architecture tool for embedded systems engineers and software developers building applications for embedded products. |
| Support | Community support is available through the OFTC IRC channel, a mailing list, and the GitLab bug tracker. | The free Community support option includes round-the-clock access to community forums and documentation; paid Business support lists online ticket submission and a response time under 24 business hours. |
Plans
PlatformIO IDE
- CommunityFree
- PlatformIO IDEFree
- Business$249 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
In their own words
PlatformIO IDE
PlatformIO IDE has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.