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# Page 3 - Reviews of Apache NetBeans

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Abdul Wahab K.  
Project Manager  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Good devlopment environment"

January 21, 2021

5.0

My experience of using Apache NetBeans for PHP / MySQL development was good throughout except performance issues.

Pros

It is a good Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for Java, PHP and many other programming languages. Its syntax highlighter is pretty good. It is well in useful features. It is good in intellisense for supported programming languages. Its user interface for database is good. Its user interface for CSS is good and interactive. It is available for multiple operating systems like Windows, Linux and Mac OSX.

Cons

It has performance issues. The autocomplete feature for code suggestions loads very slowly. It feels like system is under pressure while running NetBeans.

Switched from

[MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/)

For a complete development environment

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Quality Engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Good Open source IDE for Java Developers"

August 31, 2021

3.0

We were developing and supporting Java application and NetBeans was a hands-down choice at that time. it can be integrated with selenium to perform automation testing too. Most cases team has to read documentation and rely on the community to solve issues but NetBeans is one of the software that has strong community support.

Pros

It runs on both windows and Linux platform well. NetBeans can setup and synced with GitHub so it can be accessed by several team members. Also it has a very strong user community.

Cons

NetBeans crashes sometimes when we use it for longer time and it can consume lots of memory which cause the system to be slower. Moreover compiling code is slower than competing IDEs

Review Source

Divtay C.  
Desktop Support Engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Recommended, value for money product"

November 17, 2022

5.0

have a good experience and hands on product

Pros

This Software have many advantage but main is the easy to install and user friendly ..more productivity.

Cons

Cost is the some least thing ..need to drop some cost for developer

Alternatives considered

[Sublime Text](https://www.capterra.com/p/179535/Sublime-Text/)

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Associate Robotic Process Automation Engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Apache NetBeans Review from a RPA Developer Perspective"

September 29, 2019

4.0

Been using this software for years and even with it slowness it has served me well. Used it to build multiple java based programs and my overall experience with this product is satisfying as it has very good in-built functionalities.

Pros

It has a simple and logical user interface with multiple range of UI preferences. It is a very good platform to build and learn Java based applications. Also transitioning from other developing IDE's to netbeans IDE is painless. One of the best features of this IDE is that it allows users to load multiple projects at the same time and switching between the projects is very easy.

Cons

First thing I dislike about this software is the amount of RAM that is required to run this IDE. The start up is pretty slow and tends to slower the machine it runs. It gets really slow when running with background operations. Specially when you compile and run programs it tends to get stuck.

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Zala D.  
Software devloper  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Help in Fast code writing"

July 19, 2019

5.0

this help us to manage the product easily and this allow to design fast for front end no need to write hard coding for the design this will automatically write code for design according to drag and drop featre

Pros

NetBeans is a ide that is currently idely used in industry That provide a best interface and auto suggestion for the method and class of langue that help to write a code fast that allow a auto alignment and auto complication of block .This also collapse a block that help to in easy to find a function that is written.this is provide drag and drop facility for design a page

Cons

not a much optimized that is working slow on less configure system as compare to sublime size of software is high compared with other text editor

Alternatives considered

[Sublime Text](https://www.capterra.com/p/179535/Sublime-Text/)

Reason for choosing Apache NetBeans

in sublime project not easily manageable as comped to netbeans sublime not provide drag and drop facility

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Corine T.  
Student  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "NetBeans is a Great IDE!"

April 25, 2019

4.0

Overall, I have had a fairly positive experience with Apache Netbeans. I use this software daily, and it has been very helpful and useful for my studies. My course requires Netbeans and includes tutorials for Netbeans, so that's how I really learned how to use it and be comfortable using it. I think that it definitely could be updated in terms of appearance, but overall it is a really great IDE.

Pros

What I like most about Netbeans is that it has a lot of features, such as automatically creating JAR and WAR files, which I've really needed for class. It is also really easy to use SQL and databases, JDBC databases, and webforms/Servlets. It is really endless what you can use NetBeans for. Also, it shows errors and clues to fix the errors within a user's code.

Cons

What I don't love about this software is that it looks like a really dated IDE. I wish that it looked a little more modern. It also took me a little while before I became comfortable to use it and learned how the features work. I would recommend reading about how to use Netbeans as you are starting out.

Review Source

CN

CLARIS N.  
Finacle consultant  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "APACHE NETBEANS 2023 REVIEW"

November 7, 2023

5.0

I find NetBeans to be user-friendly, with a straightforward interface and intuitive tools. I consider it a good choice for both beginners and experienced developers.

Pros

It provides support for popular version control systems like Git and therefore making it easier to manage and collaborate on projects with distributed teams. It also seamlessly integrates with build tools like Apache Maven and Apache Ant which simplify project management, dependency management, and building, allowing developers to focus on coding.

Cons

The IDE can be slow to start which is usually frustrating when you need to quickly open and edit a file.

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Anchal J.  
Computer science engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Review on NetBeans software"

April 13, 2022

3.0

Overall Apache netbeans is a good software for programming

Pros

I like the simplicity of the software and compiler design too.

Cons

I would like more libraries for complex programs.

Review Source

IU

Ibraheem U.  
PG student  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Development in Netbeans "

June 21, 2022

4.0

Pros

The web development aspect, server option and adding plugins

Cons

More needed in the aspect of plugins and support of frame works

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft Visual Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/80230/microsoft-visual-studio/)

Reason for choosing Apache NetBeans

It support for java,php development

Switched from

[Adobe Dreamweaver](https://www.capterra.com/p/233245/Adobe-Dreamweaver/)

Netbeans support more languages

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Information security Intern  
Computer & Network Security  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great place to build desktop & web applications"

October 24, 2018

4.0

As someone who codes in Java, I must say that Apache NetBeans made my life much easier. It is hard to find a software similar to this which is open source and contain all the features this has. Therefore, this is the best software out there which can be used to create stand-alone or web applications.

Pros

Apache NetBeans is the place where I build and run all my desktop and web applications. NetBeans has auto-completion feature which I like the most. It saves time and reduces errors. When I talk about errors I must say that NetBeans shows compilation errors during the execution in a manner that I can easily understand where I made mistakes. NetBeans comes with a lot short cut keys which saves my time and speeds up the coding process.

Cons

There is no minus point about Apache NetBeans. The only problem I have is that it takes some time to respond when I debug.

Review Source

Shaunak P.  
Data Platform Engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Perfect IDE for coding, free and open-source!"

January 17, 2023

5.0

NetBeans was the only IDE which was available back then which integrated well with Java and Android Studio

Pros

NetBeans is a most loved IDE, reason being it is very logical when it comes to coding. You use a language that was used to build the IDE. Java is one of the most popular programming language with lot of distributions like SE, EE and ME. You cannot find a better option that NetBeans when it comes to EE. It supports integration with Apache server that provides Database Server as well. It not only allows you to code but also support build tools like Maven. Maven is also a world class repository for varied class. You can also do web development on this IDE.

Cons

No such cons. But as compared to VS Code, it has less plugins and it misses a marketplace. But overall, it does its job well and that is what we want.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Full Stack Web Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Decent IDE for Web, Mobile, and Desktop Applications"

April 1, 2022

3.0

Pros

I've used Netbeans to develop PHP websites and java applications. It is very easy to code and organize files and folders even on a big project. It offers automated debugging, automatic code compliations, and automation which made the development process flawless. Apart from that, the plugins offers more functionality to the table.

Cons

One of the biggest drawbacks of Netbeans is that it suddenly freezes and stops working for minutes. Also, it becomes too slow at times.

Review Source

ASG

Armand Stephane G.  
Développeur full stack  
Farming  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "La description de netbeans selon mon utilisation."

February 2, 2024

5.0

J'utilisais d'autres logiciels pour la programmation en JAVA,mais depuis avec netbeans,je suis autonome et auto productif.

Pros

Une grande bibliothèque au sein de netbeans suivie de plusieurs paramètres à exploiter pour la programmation JAVA.

Cons

NetBeans est un logiciel lourd qui occupe assez d'espace mémoire.

Switched from

[ECLIPSE](https://www.capterra.com/p/27349/ECLIPSE/)

À cause de la flexibilité qu'offre netbeans.

Review Source

PC

Paolo C.  
Product Manager IT  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Per utenti esperti"

September 27, 2023

5.0

Ho sempre sviluppato con NetBeans e ne ho provati altri...ottimo prodotto

Pros

Se si vuole scegliere un prodotto sicuro, affidabile e completo...solo NetBeans lo può fare. Esistono tanti prodotti ma è il più completo

Cons

Ritengo che assorba troppe risorse dal computer, è completo...ma abbastanza "pesante".

Alternatives considered

[Microsoft Visual Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/80230/microsoft-visual-studio/)[PhpStorm](https://www.capterra.com/p/186624/PhpStorm/)[Eclipse IDE](https://www.capterra.com/p/205298/Eclipse-IDE/)

Switched from

[Eclipse IDE](https://www.capterra.com/p/205298/Eclipse-IDE/)

Perchè più completo

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Data Capturer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Netbeans Application Development "

March 22, 2022

5.0

i don't have any dislike about this application

Pros

it is a good integrated Development environment

Cons

i don't have any dislike about this application

Review Source

Ritesh J.  
front end developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Nice for java developers"

November 10, 2023

3.0

Pros

Netbeans is an amazing IDE for software developers. I used it to develop multiple java projects. It is budget friendly and also supports multiple programming language. It also supports drag and drop functionality which saves a lot of time.

Cons

The looks and fell of the program feels a bit old. The code suggestion and completion would be a great update to it. The app also closes frequently if used for a longer period of time on a windows computer.

Review Source

AC

Anil C.  
Marketing Executive  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Java IDE from Netbeans"

June 20, 2022

4.0

I used Netbeans over 2 years and I have good impression with Netbeans, but it has old fashioned design and IDE. You can still use Netbeans for Java and servlet code.

Pros

It is easy to code your programme with Netbeans, but the technology is quite old and there are lots of IDE to use while you can code Java program.

Cons

Netbeans has old fashioned dashboard and environment tool for programming, you can still code your programmes but there are lots of other tools that you can use for programming.

Switched from

[PhpStorm](https://www.capterra.com/p/186624/PhpStorm/)

PhpStorm is quite expensive than the Netbeans

Review Source

Frico S.  
Student  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Apache NetBeans for Junior Programmer"

January 15, 2023

4.0

It's very good for beginner, but if you need an IDE for professional level. There are other better IDE for that.

Pros

The GUI is very good for beginner, with lots of starter plugins and features Netbeans is one the best IDE for junior programmer

Cons

Sometimes there will be a problem when you install the newest JDK and the Netbeans's version isn't fully support the newest JDK version. So sometimes I have to degrade the JDK version.

Review Source

sV

shashank V.  
Software Trainee  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Review on NetBeans."

April 15, 2019

5.0

As a basic Java developer, we work on a concept called Servlets in Java. In that servlets concept, we make use of apache tomcat tool. In the case of eclipse, we need to download some packages, deploy it in our eclipse IDE which adds on some extra work. But in Netbeans, tomcat support is readily avalible. If I want to create a web service, I need to make use of Glassfish Server. In Netbeans, Glassfish support is available without the need for external packages. I have tried to make use of Swing GUI where we can drag the components in a GUI Builder and the source code is designed automatically according to the components placed in GUI builder. Another important feature is auto-completion of code and a built-in SQL Editor. My overall experience working with Netbeans is so satisfying as it provides such good in-built features.

Pros

1) It is a free and open source IDE. 2) Inbuilt Integration of server applications like Tomcat and Glassfish. 3) Can run on operating systems like Windows, Mac, Linux. 4) We can import the project source code from global repositories like GitHub. 5) We can write the code in Multiple languages like Java, PHP, C, C++, JavaScript, HTML5. 6) Some other features like auto-completion of code, code optimization, search and replacement of code. 7) The Netbeans support is very good as they provide solutions for our queries within a short span of time with optimized solutions. 8) We can customize our own themes to make our GUI more interactive.

Cons

I did not find any flaws with this software.

Review Source

MG

Moitreyee G.  
CEO  
E-Learning  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Average tool for beginner developers"

June 22, 2022

3.0

Average tool , good to use for a beginner developer

Pros

The code editor is good to user with library addition funcnalities

Cons

The integration and setups is very time consuming and required heavy hardware cofiguration

Alternatives considered

[Sublime Text](https://www.capterra.com/p/179535/Sublime-Text/)

Reason for choosing Apache NetBeans

Referred by a friend

Review Source

Miguel G.  
development  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "compilador pesado"

December 12, 2022

5.0

Pros

es un programa para desarrollar en mi caso en java que es muy facil de usar con muchos plugins que te permiten usar facilmente y adaptar tu entorno a diferentes entornos de los distintos lenguajes.

Cons

es un poco pesado a la hora de compilar y en ocasiones da errores que son del propio compilador o de que no funciona correctamente en plugin con la version.

Review Source

Rosa maria M.  
Operaria de Limpieza  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "NetBeans me ayudó en realizar paginas web y también software con java."

December 27, 2022

4.0

Realicé muchos software, paginas web y diseños en linea de comando gracias a este hermoso Software.

Pros

Su edición es muy simple, además que las clases, los archivos, los plugin se puede encontrar en el mismo NetBeans. La depuración del código es una de sus mejores funciones y en verdad detecta el error.

Cons

El diseño no es muy moderno, espero mejore. La rapidez de ejecución en un software grande, a veces es lento.

Alternatives considered

[Visual Studio Code](https://www.capterra.com/p/186634/Visual-Studio-Code/)

Reason for choosing Apache NetBeans

Lo elegí porque es una de las grandes empresas IDE para softwares.

Review Source

Catalina F.  
Head of Human Talent  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "IDE Perfecto"

December 8, 2022

5.0

Decidí aprender a programar independientemente en Java, empecé a usar este IDE por recomendación de amigos y familiares que estudiaron Ingeniería de Sistemas y me ha encantado, es muy sencillo de usar, la interfaz no es compleja de entender y me ha gustado aprender sobre este IDE de programación. Lo recomiendo bastante.

Pros

La estabilidad que Apache NetBeans ofrece es única y es muy raro que falle al momento de hacer desarrollo.

Cons

Debería permitir agregar más temas a la interfaz, sería solo eso.

Alternatives considered

[IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.capterra.com/p/136010/IntelliJ-IDEA/)

Review Source

Brian N.  
Senior Software Engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Easy to use if compared to other Java editors"

April 30, 2019

4.0

I would recommend this great application for all Java developers.

Pros

I've tested a lot of versions of IDE for Java such as Eclipse, JEdit, IntelliJ IDEA, NetBeans, etc. and NetBeans is the easiest application in terms of installation, usage, check-in, and check-out from source controls such as SVN. It is very easy to add new libraries and switch among different Java platforms. The IntelliSense in NetBeans is great for code assistance. And NetBeans is a free application for download.

Cons

NetBeans may require a lot of resources if you have many projects concurrently open. NetBeans Low on Memory is a very well known error.

Review Source

SSS

Shyam Singh S.  
Associate Frontend Developer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Leading IDE for Web & Mobile Application Development"

February 15, 2024

4.0

Pros

Netbeans provides a pretty awesome source control management and has a very friendly user interface. The code auto completion is a little mediocre but still works pretty decently. The GUI builder using drag and drop is also easy to use. Other features like debugging and multiple language support and integration is also very helpful.

Cons

The customer support is not upto par and the memory space requirement is also very heavy so working on heavy products is a difficult task.

Review Source

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