Textmate
Text editor software
Editor software
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- Ease of management
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What is Textmate
TextMate is a macOS text editor used for writing and editing plain text and source code. It targets developers and technical writers who want a native Mac editor with syntax highlighting, snippets, and project-based file navigation. The product emphasizes extensibility through bundles (language grammars and commands) and integrates with common command-line workflows on macOS.
macOS-native editing experience
TextMate is built specifically for macOS and follows native UI conventions. It integrates well with typical Mac developer workflows, including opening files from the command line. For teams standardized on macOS, this can reduce friction compared with cross-platform editors that behave differently across operating systems.
Bundle-based extensibility
TextMate uses “bundles” to add language grammars, snippets, and commands. This model supports customizing editor behavior for specific languages and repetitive tasks without changing the core application. It is particularly useful for users who want lightweight customization rather than a full IDE.
Strong text manipulation features
TextMate includes features such as multiple carets/column selections, search and replace with regular expressions, and configurable snippets. These capabilities support efficient editing of code and structured text. The feature set aligns with common expectations for modern programmer-focused editors.
macOS-only availability
TextMate runs on macOS and does not provide native Windows or Linux versions. This limits suitability for mixed-OS teams that want consistent tooling across environments. It can also complicate shared documentation or training when team members use different platforms.
Smaller extension ecosystem
Compared with some widely adopted editors, TextMate typically has a smaller community and fewer actively maintained add-ons and integrations. Users may need to create or maintain their own bundles for niche languages or tools. This can increase setup effort for specialized workflows.
Not an IDE replacement
TextMate focuses on editing rather than providing a full integrated development environment. Advanced capabilities such as deep code intelligence, refactoring, and integrated debugging often require external tools or separate applications. Users needing end-to-end development features may find the editor-centric approach limiting.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual license | Not listed on vendor site; license keys currently not available for sale (see shop page). | TextMate is distributed as a downloadable 30-day trial that is unlocked with a license key; the shop is currently not selling keys. |
| Site license — 30 seats | €750 (one-time) | Allows same license key for up to 30 installations. Prices exclude VAT. |
| Site license — 50 seats | €1,000 (one-time) | Allows same license key for up to 50 installations. Prices exclude VAT. |
| Site license — 100 seats | €1,500 (one-time) | Allows same license key for up to 100 installations. Prices exclude VAT. |
| Site license — unlimited | €2,500 (one-time) | Unlimited-seat site license. Prices exclude VAT. |
| Volume / group discounts | 20% (4–9 licenses); 25% (10–14); 30% (15+ licenses) | Discounts applied via purchase form. |
| Educational discount | N/A (15% educational discount available via purchase form) | Educational buyers may receive 15% off when using the regular purchase form. |
