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PyCharm

byJetBrains
in Integrated Development Environment (IDE) Software
4.5

Overview

Product Information on PyCharm

Updated 13th October 2025

What is PyCharm?

PyCharm is a software developed by JetBrains that serves as an integrated development environment for Python programming. The software provides code analysis, graphical debugging, integrated testing, and support for web development frameworks. PyCharm offers intelligent code completion, error checking, automated code refactoring, and project navigation functionalities. The software includes tools for database integration, version control, and collaboration features, facilitating efficient management of Python projects. PyCharm addresses the need for a streamlined development workflow and assists in maintaining code quality and consistency in Python-based applications.

PyCharm Pricing

PyCharm software offers a pricing model that includes both a free Community edition and a paid Professional edition. The Professional edition follows a subscription-based structure with monthly or yearly payments, and pricing varies depending on individual, business, or organizational licensing. Discounts may be available for students, teachers, startups, and non-profit organizations.

Overall experience with PyCharm

Cloud Ops Associate
<50M USD, IT Services
FAVORABLE

“PyCharm Simplifies Python Development With Intuitive Features and Efficient Debugging”

5.0
Jan 13, 2026
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Security Analyst
500M - 1B USD, Software
CRITICAL

“Specialized Python Support in PyCharm Offset by Performance and Accessibility Issues”

3.0
Jan 30, 2026
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About Company

Company Description

Updated 26th August 2024

JetBrains is a software development company, established in 2000, that focuses on creating tools to streamline and enhance the process of code development. The company's primary offering is a range of integrated development environments (IDEs) adaptable to various programming languages such as the JVM platform, C and C++, SQL, Go, PHP, Python, .NET, Ruby, Rails, and JavaScript. Complementing these IDEs, JetBrains also provides .NET and Visual Studio tools such as ReSharper and dotPeek, among others. To cater to collaborative efforts and remote work scenarios, JetBrains offers team tools like Space and TeamCity. Additionally, it has delved into creating programming languages, producing Kotlin and MPS. JetBrains is equally invested in promoting learning and education, reflected in dedicated tools like PyCharm Edu and IntelliJ IDEA Edu, and platforms for learning programming like JetBrains Academy.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Private
Year Founded
2000
Head office location
Prague, Czechia
Number of employees
1001 - 5000
Website
https://www.jetbrains.com/

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Peer Discussions

PyCharm Reviews and Ratings

4.5

(270 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
57%
4 Star
39%
3 Star
4%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?
  • Cloud Ops Associate
    <50M USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    PyCharm Simplifies Python Development With Intuitive Features and Efficient Debugging

    5.0
    Jan 13, 2026
    Pycharm is really a very intuitive IDE for python development with excellent code completion using pycharm the user do not to think too much about the basic syntax as it supports auto completion, it also takes care of the indentation. Debugging also looks easy compared to other IDEs because of which a lot of time can be saved and productivity can be increased.
  • Cloud Ops Associate
    <50M USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    PyCharm Simplifies Python Development With Intuitive Features and Efficient Debugging

    5.0
    Jan 13, 2026
    Pycharm is really a very intuitive IDE for python development with excellent code completion using pycharm the user do not to think too much about the basic syntax as it supports auto completion, it also takes care of the indentation. Debugging also looks easy compared to other IDEs because of which a lot of time can be saved and productivity can be increased.
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User Sentiment About PyCharm
Reviewer Insights for: PyCharm
Deciding Factors: PyCharm Vs. Market Average
Performance of PyCharm Across Market Features

PyCharm Likes & Dislikes

Like

It's ability to complete the code, enhanced ways to debug and easy UI suitable for all types of users.It shows a noticable difference in the productivity and saves a lot of time

Like

It's ability to complete the code, enhanced ways to debug and easy UI suitable for all types of users.It shows a noticable difference in the productivity and saves a lot of time

Like

It's ability to complete the code, enhanced ways to debug and easy UI suitable for all types of users.It shows a noticable difference in the productivity and saves a lot of time

Dislike

The main weaknesses include the slow startup time compared to more lightweight IDEs or even the python IDLE offering, a steep learning curve and some of their many features being locked behind a paywall.

Dislike

The main weaknesses include the slow startup time compared to more lightweight IDEs or even the python IDLE offering, a steep learning curve and some of their many features being locked behind a paywall.

Dislike

The main weaknesses include the slow startup time compared to more lightweight IDEs or even the python IDLE offering, a steep learning curve and some of their many features being locked behind a paywall.