Java N-IDE

Free#16 of 23 in Java IDEs

Java N-IDE: A capable mobile Java workspace for Android, with a narrow platform and JDK 1.7 focus. Ranked #16 of 23 in Java IDEs by our editors (6.6/10); pricing: Free plan; best for lightweight Java and Android work on Android.

6.6/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.6 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Lightweight Java and Android work on Android
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Supported operating systems
Android
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Open-source Android IDE with a free plan
- Builds Java libraries and Android applications
- Includes completion, Logcat, decompilation, and APK signing
Where it doesn't
- Android-only platform limits broader Java development
- JDK 1.7 compiler constrains language-tooling breadth
- Mobile-focused workflow may not suit larger projects

Our verdict on Java N-IDE

Java N-IDE is an open-source Android development environment for learning Java and building Java or Android applications on mobile devices. It combines a Java source-code editor with a JDK 1.7 compiler, code completion, Java and class-file execution, library building, Android application builds, and Google Java code formatting. Its free, GPL v3-licensed model makes it a practical fit for learners and developers who want a mobile Java workspace rather than a broad desktop-oriented environment.

The feature set reaches beyond basic editing. Java and JAR decompilation can help inspect compiled code, while Android Logcat supports application debugging on the Android platform. Packaging tools cover APK building and signing, and the included AAPT, DX, and APK builder utilities support the Android application workflow. These capabilities give Java N-IDE a focused toolset for moving from source code to Android packages without leaving the mobile environment.

Its main trade-off is scope. The JDK 1.7 compiler sets an older Java baseline, and Android is the only supported platform. That makes Java N-IDE a sensible choice for lightweight Android work, Java learning, and projects that fit its mobile-first toolchain. Developers who need a wider platform range, a newer compiler baseline, or a broader Java development environment should choose an alternative designed for those requirements.

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Java N-IDE pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

Java N-IDE fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Supported operating systems	Android
Spring support	Not verified
Jakarta EE support	Not verified
JavaFX support	Not verified
Remote development	Not verified
Database tools	Not verified
Deployment	Mobile
Platforms	Android
Support	Community
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

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