Introducing G2.ai, the future of software buying.Try now

Compare Aptana Studio and PhpStorm

Save
    Log in to your account
    to save comparisons,
    products and more.
At a Glance
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio
Star Rating
(40)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Aptana Studio
PhpStorm
PhpStorm
Star Rating
(488)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$249.00 1 User Per Year
Browse all 4 pricing plans
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Aptana Studio excels in File Management with a score of 9.0, allowing for efficient organization of projects and files, which is particularly beneficial for small businesses managing multiple projects.
  • Reviewers mention that PhpStorm shines in Ease of Use with a score of 8.5, providing a more intuitive interface that helps developers quickly adapt and start coding without a steep learning curve.
  • G2 users highlight that Aptana Studio offers strong Multi-Language Support with a score of 8.3, making it a versatile choice for developers working with various programming languages.
  • Users on G2 report that PhpStorm's Quality of Support is superior, scoring 8.7, with many reviewers praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team when issues arise.
  • Reviewers mention that Aptana Studio's Patching & Updates score of 8.6 indicates a reliable update process, ensuring that users have access to the latest features and security improvements without hassle.
  • Users say that PhpStorm's Product Direction score of 9.2 reflects a strong commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, which is crucial for developers looking for long-term software solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Aptana Studio
No pricing available
PhpStorm
Businesses and Organizations
$249.00
1 User Per Year
Browse all 4 pricing plans
Free Trial
Aptana Studio
No trial information available
PhpStorm
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
35
9.3
445
Ease of Use
8.0
35
8.5
445
Ease of Setup
9.0
7
8.4
92
Ease of Admin
8.6
7
8.4
86
Quality of Support
7.3
24
8.7
316
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
6
8.8
75
Product Direction (% positive)
5.5
34
9.2
440
Features by Category
PHP Integrated Development Environments (IDE)Hide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
8.6
145
Functionality
Not enough data
8.7
137
Not enough data
9.0
134
Not enough data
8.3
108
Not enough data
8.6
130
Not enough data
8.9
136
Not enough data
8.4
126
Not enough data
8.6
129
Python Integrated Development Environments (IDE)Hide 7 FeaturesShow 7 Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio
PhpStorm
PhpStorm
Aptana Studio and PhpStorm are categorized as PHP Integrated Development Environments (IDE)
Unique Categories
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio is categorized as Python Integrated Development Environments (IDE)
PhpStorm
PhpStorm has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
55.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
21.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
23.7%
PhpStorm
PhpStorm
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
62.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.2%
Reviewers' Industry
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio
Information Technology and Services
36.8%
Computer Software
13.2%
Internet
10.5%
Higher Education
7.9%
Telecommunications
5.3%
Other
26.3%
PhpStorm
PhpStorm
Computer Software
29.9%
Information Technology and Services
19.8%
Internet
11.5%
Program Development
5.6%
Marketing and Advertising
5.4%
Other
27.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio
Most Helpful Favorable Review
James P.
JP
James P.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

The feature that kept me on Aptana the longest (I now use vim, which I would not recommend to anyone - and damn this survey for making me lie despite my extensive experience with Aptana - ) was the formatter. With a simple, CTRL+Shift+F - your code is...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Robinson A.
RA
Robinson A.
Verified User in Computer Software

It is still the same code editor from 2008. They haven't improved a thing besides VCS implementations. The GUI can be sort of overwhelming at the point where you might even close it and look out for another option.

PhpStorm
PhpStorm
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Computer Software
GC
Verified User in Computer Software

I love the shortcut and intuitive nature of Phpstorm. The application has many plugins I can use as needed, for different projects. I love that the shortcuts to open a file, and the simplicity of such shortcuts (where I can add a trailing slash when...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Luis S.
LS
Luis S.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

It requires a lot of resources, so a fairly powerful machine with lots of RAM is necessary to run this IDE. If you need more than one instance of the application at once, you'll hear the fan of your computer struggling to keep it cold. Even with a powerful...

Alternatives
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio Alternatives
Eclipse
Eclipse
Add Eclipse
NetBeans
NetBeans
Add NetBeans
PyCharm
PyCharm
Add PyCharm
Selenium IDE
Selenium IDE
Add Selenium IDE
PhpStorm
PhpStorm Alternatives
Eclipse
Eclipse
Add Eclipse
NetBeans
NetBeans
Add NetBeans
Zend Studio
Zend Studio
Add Zend Studio
Komodo IDE
Komodo IDE
Add Komodo IDE
Discussions
Aptana Studio
Aptana Studio Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Aptana Studio has no discussions with answers
PhpStorm
PhpStorm Discussions
To make the most of PHPStorm, follow these steps: 1. **Learn the Shortcuts**: Familiarize yourself with keyboard shortcuts to speed up your workflow. 2. **Use Plugins**: Enhance functionality by installing useful plugins that suit your development needs. 3. **Customize the IDE**: Adjust themes, fonts, and layout to create a comfortable working environment. 4. **Utilize Version Control**: Integrate with Git or other version control systems to manage your code efficiently. 5. **Explore Code Analysis Tools**: Use built-in tools for code inspection and refactoring to improve code quality. 6. **Debugging**: Take advantage of the powerful debugging tools to troubleshoot and fix issues quickly. 7. **Live Templates**: Create and use live templates to automate repetitive coding tasks. 8. **Use the Database Tools**: Manage and interact with databases directly from the IDE. 9. **Stay Updated**: Keep PHPStorm updated to benefit from the latest features and improvements. 10. **Participate in the Community**: Engage with the PHPStorm community for tips, tricks, and support.
1 comment
Christopher B.
CB
This question is 3 months old at time of writing, but I got pinged via email so I'm going to do my best. PHPStorm is big. There is a lot you can do with...Read more
How can I share SSH credentials between multiple installations?
1 comment
Alessandro B.
AB
You shouldn't. SSH credentials are very sensitive and you definitely shouldn't trust your IDE to store them in any way. Use SSH keys instead.Read more
What is PhpStorm used for?
1 comment
eric m.
EM
PhpStorm is an IDE that is primarily used to write code using the PHP programming language. It can also be used to write HTML, Javascript and CSSRead more