Table of Differences between Vim vs Nano vs Emacs

Vim Text Editor

Vim is the default text editor that is installed already in most Linux distributions. It is one of the most powerful and lightweight text editors that deals with a lot of work purposes, from basic file editing to software development by providing an Integrated Development Environment(IDE). Vim was derived from the Vi text editor which was used in Unix operating system in early 1970/80. Vim text editor is generally preferred for Linux administrators or Developers. It has some special features such as:...

Nano Text Editor

Nano is the most basic and easiest text editor used in the Linux operating system. It comes pre-installed in most Linux distributions. It is a free open-source text editor which is mostly used by new learner because it has some common command that is used in operations. Nano has great features such as:...

Emacs Text Editor

As compared to Vi and Nano, Emacs is the most powerful, faster, and more reliable text editor used in Linux, macOS, and Windows operating systems. It is not only the text editor but also has a built-in web browser, calculator, etc. Emacs has tones of features such as:...

Table of Differences between Vim vs Nano vs Emacs

Basic Vim Nano Emacs Definition It is a default text editor installed in the Linux distribution It is the easiest text editor used in Linux and windows operating system It is a feature-based text editor used in most the operating system Usability It is a little difficult to learn It is easy to learn and use It is easy to use compared to Vim and Nano due to built-in features Supported O/S Linux and Unix  Linux and Windows Linux, Windows, and macOS Creator It was created by Bram Moolenaar  It was created by Richard Stallman It was also created by Richard Stallman Written In C Language and vim script  C Language C Language and Emacs Lisp License Free software, GPL compatible GNU GPL  GNU GPL Stable Version 23.3 9.0 28.2...