Upgrade to BBEdit

Why should I upgrade to BBEdit?

BBEdit is TextWrangler’s elder sibling. It’s a text editing power tool, with a rich set of HTML markup tools and other web development aids; an advanced “Projects” feature for helping you keep track of related files; integrated support for source-code control using Git, Subversion or Perforce; and many more features to help software developers, web developers, and anyone else with text editing needs to work more smoothly and productively.

We’ve put together a handy chart comparing BBEdit and TextWrangler, to help you out. And of course, we have a fully functional demonstration version so that you can try it out. Finally, the BBEdit product page is a great place to learn all about it.

Note: If you are using TextWrangler as part of a managed installation (such as in a school computer lab or as  a company-wide deployment), please contact us for assistance and we will be happy to help.

Am I required to purchase BBEdit? I thought TextWrangler was free.

You are absolutely not required to purchase BBEdit. TextWrangler is true freeware, and you are welcome to use it for as long as you like. Some of our dedicated customers have asked for a way to express their support in a direct way, and purchasing a BBEdit license is a great way to do it. If you do decide to try an upgrade, after you use BBEdit’s full functionality for the 30-day free period, it will then revert to “demo” mode, which is much like the experience of using TextWrangler. BBEdit will never stop working for you.

How much does BBEdit cost?

A new BBEdit license is just US$49.99. (Do you have an old version of BBEdit? Discounted upgrade pricing is available.)

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I already own a copy of BBEdit. Do I need to purchase it again?

You don’t need to purchase BBEdit again if you already own a license. If you have an older commercial version, we do invite you to upgrade to the latest version at a discounted price. Of course, if you’re already up to date, there’s nothing else you need to do. Thank you for your support!

I already bought BBEdit from the App Store, does that change anything?

Nope! Once you’ve purchased a BBEdit license, you don’t have to do so again (unless you need additional licenses for additional users). Thank you again for supporting us.

We’ve written up answers to some common questions related to the Mac App Store, you can find them here.

I’m convinced! Where do I sign up?

BBEdit is available for purchase directly from us. We appreciate your support!

Is that all?

Yes! Except to say “thank you” for using TextWrangler. Enjoy.