CodeChef IDE vs Compiler Explorer
CodeChef IDE
codechef.com
Compiler Explorer
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| Figure | CodeChef IDE | Compiler Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $10.33/mo | $1/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Spec score · Code Playground Software | 9.1 (#2) | 8.1 (#13) |
| Founded | LinkedIn lists CodeChef’s founding year as 2009. | 2012 |
| Integrations | CodeChef’s IDE page links its compiler with CodeChef learning roadmaps and courses; it does not list external IDE integrations there. | The interface links to CppInsights and Quick-bench as companion tools. |
| Support | Support is offered through the [email protected] email address and a discussion forum. | The project lists Discord, a public mailing list, GitHub issues, and email to Matt as ways to get help. |
| What it does | CodeChef provides browser-based coding, learning paths, practice problems, contests and an online compiler. | Compiler Explorer lets you edit code in a browser and inspect the compiled output, including assembly. |
Plans
CodeChef IDE
- CodeChef IDEFree
- Free PlanFree
- Pro Plan$124 a year
- Enterprise PlanPriced on request
Compiler Explorer
- Warm fuzzy glow$1 a month
- Coder Karma$5 a month
- Super supporter$10 a month
- Legendary supporter$50 a month
In their own words
CodeChef IDE
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Compiler Explorer
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