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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 16th, 2026 # Reviews of Android Studio Ease of use 4.3 Customer Service 4.2 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Amos Oluwasegun S Website Developer and Mobile Apps DeveloperInformation Technology and Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It provides a complete set of tools for Android app development, from coding and UI design to testing and debugging.“ May 29, 2026 Irvin Dale S Web DeveloperHuman Resources, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “It is also not very easy to learn and may be more time consuming to develop an android app.“ April 6, 2026 Daniel S Director of Research and DevelopmentHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “It was the only reliable way for me to run an app through a suite of tests.“ March 27, 2026 EC Eric C Engineering ManagerEducation Management, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Didn't integrate completely with Android Studio and still required some manual steps during the build.“ March 16, 2025 SR Samuel Isa� R Fullstack developerComputer Software, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I like writing code with smart code suggesting, a lot of pluggings that helps write code fastest and a great interface“ November 18, 2024 Aggrey K ceoInformation Technology and Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It heavily makes use of computer resources such as the cpu and Ram,thus it needs a more expensive machine to be effectively executed.“ September 20, 2023 Daniel S Director of Research and DevelopmentHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “It's literally the only tool that does what I need for app development.“ March 27, 2026 Muhammad Arifur R MentorE-Learning, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It also can't handle unstable internet connection very well.“ April 19, 2024 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 121 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Amos Oluwasegun S. Website Developer and Mobile Apps Developer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "“Powerful and Reliable IDE for Android Development”" May 29, 2026 5.0 My overall experience with Android Studio has been positive. It provides a complete set of tools for Android app development, from coding and UI design to testing and debugging. The interface may feel overwhelming at first, but once you get familiar with it, it becomes very efficient for building and managing projects. Despite occasional slow performance and long build times, its features and integration with Android development tools make it a reliable platform for developers. Pros What I liked most about Android Studio is its all-in-one development environment. The code editor is powerful and beginner-friendly, the emulator makes testing apps easy, and features like code suggestions, debugging tools, and Gradle integration help speed up app development. I also like how smoothly it works with Java and Kotlin for building Android apps. Cons What I liked least about Android Studio is that it can be heavy on system resources. It sometimes uses a lot of RAM and can run slowly on lower-end computers, especially when running the emulator or building large projects. Gradle build times can also occasionally feel slow. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Flutter Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best For Mobile App developement" July 31, 2026 5.0 It good, since last 5 years i was working in android studio before that i was working in VS studio but in that every time we need to add command through terminal now in android studio many features are avialble easily so more access Pros im Flutter Developer and developing its cool ,terminal ,code management , and language framework and plugins so many featured and also we can connect with github for code management,we can easily develop so anyone can integrate also now gemini also there so easily ai integration avaiallble Cons Sometime it takes build time so long and crash reports generates unknowlingly and it takes so much space as well as Switched from [Microsoft Visual Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/80230/microsoft-visual-studio/) Because everytime we need to add command in terminal now in android studio exising features if we enable flutter plugin Like flutter pub get , clean , build so it was smooth and saves time Review Source Dvock A. Software Tester Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A Versatile Integrated Development Environment (IDE)." June 21, 2023 3.0 In conclusion, Android Studio is a better tool for Android app development. Its robust set of features, seamless integration with Android SDK, and powerful debugging capabilities make it a top choice for both beginner and experienced developers. Despite the initial setup process, the benefits it offers in terms of productivity and efficiency far outweigh any minor inconveniences. I averagely recommend Android Studio to anyone involved in Android app development. Pros From creating new projects to debugging and testing, the IDE provides a seamless workflow that makes app development efficient and streamlined. The user interface is clean and intuitive, allowing developers to navigate through projects and access various tools with ease. One of the standout features of Android Studio is its advanced code editor. The IDE is built on the IntelliJ IDEA platform, which brings intelligent code completion, real-time error checking, and powerful refactoring capabilities. Cons One area where Android Studio can be improved is its initial setup and configuration process. It requires downloading and installing various components, which can be time-consuming, especially for developers new to Android development. However, once the initial setup is complete, the IDE runs smoothly and performs exceptionally well. Review Source EV Edwin V. DEV Manager Financial Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Excellent code editing experience" July 29, 2026 4.0 My overall experience with Android Studio has been positive. It is a complete development environment that supports the entire Android development lifecycle, from writing code to publishing applications. The combination of advanced code editing, debugging tools, emulator support, repository integration, and build pipeline management makes it a powerful tool for professional developers. I especially appreciate features that improve productivity, such as automatic suggestions, code navigation, AI-assisted assistance, and tools that help analyze app performance. Although it can require time to learn and may need significant system resources, the features and ecosystem make it worth using. Android Studio continues to improve with better developer tools, smarter assistance, and stronger integration with modern Android development workflows. Pros What I like most about Android Studio is that it provides everything needed to build, test, and debug Android applications in one place. When our team is building internal tools or POC's the code editing experience is excellent, especially with features like intelligent code completion, refactoring tools, error suggestions, and real-time code analysis. The recent AI-powered features are also useful because they can help explain code, suggest improvements, and speed up common development tasks without replacing the developer’s own decisions. The built-in emulator is reliable and makes testing different devices and Android versions much easier. I also like the strong integration with Git repositories, Gradle build pipelines, and CI/CD workflows. The profiling tools, layout inspector, and debugging features make it easier to identify performance issues and improve app quality. Cons The biggest downside of Android Studio is that it can feel heavy and resource-intensive, especially when working on larger projects. It requires a powerful machine to run smoothly, and indexing or Gradle builds can sometimes slow down the development process. The learning curve is also higher compared with simpler code editors because there are many settings, tools, and Android-specific concepts to understand. Some Gradle configuration issues can be difficult to troubleshoot, especially for developers who are new to Android development. While the AI features are helpful, they are still not perfect and sometimes provide suggestions that need to be reviewed carefully. Customer support is mostly community-driven, so finding solutions often depends on documentation, forums, or developer communities rather than direct support. Review Source Ali S. Engineer Program Development Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Everything integrated" February 2, 2023 5.0 I got promoted thanks to android studio. It's UI and UX really easy to use. And you can find much resources for it. Just search it. Pros First of all i love the idea game development. It's giving a chance to develop games. It's not specially build for it but you can develop a game. I'm using this software almost for 10 years. I've started from java. Now i can also develop flutter. You can build almost anything for mobile. It's have virtual devices so you dont have to worry about to have physical device. Plus if you have a physical device and if you connected to it just once you can continue build with wi-fi. It was the first time that i see it with android studio. It's really a masterpiece for android development. Cons Well i really dislike latest Logcat. Android studio should colorize old LogCat and it's all set. Alternatives considered [Visual Studio Code](https://www.capterra.com/p/186634/Visual-Studio-Code/) Reason for choosing Android Studio I love Visual Studio Code. But i dont think its good for mobile development. Thats why i think android studio is better. It specially build for it. Review Source Samuel Isaí R. Fullstack dev Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Ultimate IDE for android devs" August 20, 2023 4.0 I feel this IDE help me start and finish any android app, it has many fractures and tools others IDE doesn't Pros I love all cool tools android studio provides, that renders my design in kotlin and xml, and that I can drag and drop elements to the UI I'm developing.Also the new IDE UI is cleaner and beautiful Cons Shortcuts are not intuitive, so it would be nice to set VSCode shortcuts faster, also android studio is not exactly a low size IDE, so it takes a lot of system resources Alternatives considered [IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.capterra.com/p/136010/IntelliJ-IDEA/) Switched from [IntelliJ IDEA](https://www.capterra.com/p/136010/IntelliJ-IDEA/) Because Android studio has better support for android development Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Web Developer Human Resources Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Good IDE for mobile app. Great Emulator." April 6, 2026 4.0 Android Studio is a great tool for mobile developers. White the IDE is not easy to use and very resource heavy, the emulator alone is worth the install for easier android app testing and debugging. Pros Powerful IDE focused on android development. It is feature packed with essential functions such as built-in emulator which is the most useful feature for my mobile app developments. Cons Very resource heavy program, even on high-end PC I'm currently using, I'm, still experiencing lags and freezes. It is also not very easy to learn and may be more time consuming to develop an android app. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Director of Research and Development Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The only tool for android dev" March 27, 2026 5.0 It's literally the only tool that does what I need for app development. In particular, I use it to figure out which selectors actually work for certain tasks in appium Pros It was the only reliable way for me to run an app through a suite of tests. The appium connector was mostly used in tandem with android studio to achieve this. Really convenient. Cons The amount of battery that android studio consumes (on my macbook pro m4) is insane. I wish it was a little bit more efficient. Review Source Dawn S. Full Stack Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Android Studio, my stepping stone to app development." August 1, 2025 5.0 Incredible performance, and user friendly. I've been using Android Studio for a while and have completed few projects written in Kotlin and Flutter language. Proud moment for me, as my first Android App was built using Android Studio and the journey I had was truly challenging but with this, it was a lot more easier. Pros The efficiency and the flow is the main key that raises the bars of Android Studio. Special appreciation for the User Interface. Cons Often faced errors while setting up the on device simulator to test the apps other that it is a game changer. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Teaching Assistant Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Feature-rich with a learning curve" August 7, 2025 5.0 Very good; it is very helpful for Android app development and it is very feature-rich to support development. Pros It has a clean interface and is well organized. It's good for developing android apps and has a good emulator as well. Cons It can be difficult to get used to if coming from a different IDE, since it has extra features specific to android development and a different layout. Review Source EC Eric C. Engineering Manager Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best IDE for creating Android APKs" March 16, 2025 5.0 Positive experience. Builds the Android app including the manifest ready for submission to the Play store. Pros De-facto standard for creating Android applications. Does as promised! Cons We used a hybrid system where our frontend is rendered with React in the Android application. Didn't integrate completely with Android Studio and still required some manual steps during the build. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Fullstack dev Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best IDE for android and flutter projects" November 18, 2024 4.0 I like writing code with smart code suggesting, a lot of pluggings that helps write code fastest and a great interface Pros Easily integration with android virtual devices and 100% compatibility with flutter projects Cons Android virtual devices sometimes don't run as expected Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Marketing Executive Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The go to IDE for app developers" July 8, 2022 4.0 I use android studio to develop primarily Android applications and have been using it since I started working on applications. The IDE has made my experience designing the application more efficient and the in-built simulators have been a great help when I do not have my phone on me. Pros The easy integration of new mobile layouts to help design the UI and the GUI for designing the layouts for the mobile view that can be customized fully. Cons It consumes a lot of processing power from your PC so you need a decent laptop/PC to run it. Review Source IK Irena K. Founder Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Amazing for development but it has its flaws" March 25, 2023 5.0 Pros Android Studio is amazing at what it can do and what it offers. Plus it is mostly free (if you don't buy plugins). You can integrate it with Git or anything you need. I use it primarily for Flutter now and it mostly works well. Cons If you are using Windows OS with Android Studio then be aware of possible bugs. It happened to me more than once that Android Studio couldn't update, because it shifted its files. I had to reinstall and reconfigure it. On isues on my MacBook. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Graphics designer Animation Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Android Studio Application Designing " April 13, 2024 5.0 Pros 100+ plugins, fast due to many templetes, stand alone java applications Cons consume a lot of resources of the cpu, difficult to install requres expert Review Source José Luis C. Software Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Android Studio is such an awseome tool" May 5, 2022 5.0 I have been using Android Studio for almost 2 years now and it has been practically the only tool I have used for developing Android apps, it has layout edition, compiling, debugging, you can query local DBs directly from the tool, and a lot more. Pros This is such a powerful and yet an easy to use tool for developing Android applications, at the beginning it may be a bit intimidating the navigation and the different options it has but as you get more and more used to it you'll see the reason why. That's basically all you'll ever need from writing your first line of code to deployment of the app. Cons Not any that I can identify, probably I was not able to see how to develop some Node.js functions I needed to deploy in Firebase and I had to use another tool for it. But that was just a one time issue. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Principal Software Development Engineer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Android Studio Expereince" May 24, 2022 5.0 The overall experience was good . It needs more ram. Pros 1\. The UI is very nice 2. So much plugins to choose from 3. Loved the material theme 4. Support for flutter tools , like run , test , dev tools 5. Best for app development Cons 1\. It needs more storage and ram to work 2. The startup time is more compare to other 3. It takes time to analyze the project Review Source eric lionel Z. CEO Civil Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "very good for creating android application" August 11, 2022 5.0 the tutorial that Android studio will have to propose us must be in a big number of language has to know English French German Chinese Arabic and Russian Pros integrates several languages the fact of being able to preview the work done is very good it allows to see the defects of its application Cons the defect of this software is that I don't find easily a good tutorial I think they have to work on this issue also androide studio presents too many options that are not easy to understand Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Student Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Flutter Development" April 1, 2022 5.0 Pros It supports to create android emulator easily. Able to use it cross OSs on desktop. Cons I started to use it for Flutter development and emulating Android device but for a while, there is an app better than Android Studio as a development environment. Currently I'm using it just for Android Virtual Devices. Review Source João Q. Software Architech Information Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Very powerful" September 8, 2023 5.0 Pros The built-in emulator . Ability to debug native apps Cons The built-in emulator can be slow and unreliable. Review Source MS Mohit S. Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Android Studio Review" September 13, 2022 5.0 Very easy to develop application for my business. Pros The most important features of Android Studio are good ui and easy to understand basic app development. Cons Some dependency must improved in Android Studio. Review Source YA Yusril A. Game designer Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Best tools android development" May 10, 2023 5.0 Pros Integrated with google service like firebae, gcp, and more Cons Improve on memory management, emulator can smooth run Review Source DA Denis A. realisateur Online Media Used the software for: 2+ years ### "my opinion Android Studio" December 20, 2022 5.0 Android Studio makes it easy to create mobile applications for all platforms Pros I like the Android studio because you can create your own applications. Most of the options are accessible with a simple mouse click. Cons when working on Android Studio with other tools It uses a lot of RAM and CPU. Review Source Eutimio A. Software developer intern Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "The best tool to get started in Android mobile app development" January 27, 2023 4.0 I have developed some applications related to the consumption of Google services, it has so much flexibility and compatibility with other tools, which allows developing native android applications with great ease, an intuitive interface environment allows developing easily without the need to know code based on the styling of the components. Pros This IDE allows you to use default Android application templates that will allow you to easily develop an application in just a few programming sessions. Similarly, if your development is based on Java, you will have no problem in implementing applications. Cons It has so many functionalities that it will be tedious to understand how the tool works 100%. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Platform Engineer Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best for Android Development but not iOS native applications" December 6, 2022 4.0 I had good experience with Android studio developing a marketplace for repairs. The service would provide different contacts for repairs of house products like kitchen, appliances, furniture, etc. Pros Android apps are very responsive & development is pretty smooth with features loaded.Can make it work across all versions of Android availableEasy to debug Android errorsNot very huge learning curve Cons iOS native apps are not something to be developed on Android studio. Personally, I feel it could be easier to manage configurations.Android studio does not run smoothly on low-end platforms Reason for choosing Android Studio For Android I knew this was really reliable Review Source Similar Products Featured