Chime review
A focused Go editor for Mac users who value native language tooling.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Chime is a native macOS code editor centered on semantic language support, with an initial focus on Go development. It suits Mac users who want Go language tooling in a focused desktop application rather than a broad, multi-platform IDE. Its feature set includes Language Server Protocol integration, autocomplete, navigation, refactoring, documentation support, native language extensions, project and document sidebar inspectors, fuzzy-matching quick open, and a command-line tool.
The pricing model is straightforward but requires an upfront purchase. The Personal license is perpetual and includes one year of updates, with discounted update renewal available afterward. There is no free plan, while the trial is limited to 20 foreground hours. That structure may appeal to developers who prefer a long-term license over recurring access, but it gives occasional users less room to evaluate the editor than a permanently free tier would. Chime is also open-source, although its product experience is distributed as a native macOS desktop application.
Chime’s strongest case is focused Go editing with language-server features, navigation, refactoring, and documentation in a minimalist Mac-native environment. Its boundaries matter for larger development workflows: debugging, testing, and Go modules support are not included in its stated capabilities. Developers who mainly need semantic editing and code navigation on macOS should consider Chime; teams requiring broader build, test, debugging, or cross-platform IDE coverage should choose an alternative.
Chime pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Go support with LSP, autocomplete, navigation, and refactoring
- Native macOS application with project and document sidebar inspectors
- Perpetual personal license with one year of updates
- Where it doesn't
- Runs only on macOS
- No free plan; the personal license is paid
- Does not include debugging, testing, or Go modules support
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