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Notepad++ vs NotepadNext
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| Fact | Notepad++ | NotepadNext |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Licence | Other | GPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 29k | 15k |
| Latest | v8.9.8.1 | v0.15 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-09-29 |
| Release cadence | about 36 days between releases | about 117 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 33 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 9 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
NotepadNext replaces Notepad++. Alternatives to Notepad++ →
Full replacementA reimplementation of Notepad++ that also runs on Linux and macOS.
Notepad++
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unsigned The latest release, v8.9.8.1, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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NotepadNext
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