Simply Fortran review
A Fortran-focused IDE with a compiler, debugger and build tools, sold under paid licenses.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
Simply Fortran is a desktop development environment centered on Fortran, aimed at developers who want an editor, compiler, project tools and debugger in one application. Its debugger supports breakpoints, variable inspection and call-stack navigation; the IDE can also build executables and static or shared libraries. Beyond Fortran, syntax highlighting covers languages including C/C++, Python, Lua and shell scripts. It is a focused choice for solo developers and teams working in Fortran, rather than a general-purpose IDE with broad platform coverage.
The feature set reaches into the development workflow: Git operations are available through a graphical interface, and the product supports GNU Fortran, LLVM flang, language servers and Windows Subsystem for Linux. Fortran autocomplete covers modules and derived types, while project and file outlines help expose code structure. Profiling and OpenMP support add tools for performance-oriented Fortran work. Windows and Linux are listed platforms; the vendor's version 4.0 release announcement says that release is not available for macOS, an important limitation for developers who need a Mac desktop IDE.
According to the vendor's pricing page, there is no free plan, but a 30-day trial is available. The Individual License is for one named user on a selected platform, while the Individual License for All Platforms is a one-time $209 purchase covering all supported platforms. The Network Site License costs $149 per year and includes floating seats, a hosted license server, an admin console and free upgrades to future major versions; its listed price does not state a seat count. Choose Simply Fortran if its Fortran tooling and supported desktop platforms fit your work. Developers who need macOS support or a free plan should look elsewhere.
Questions about Simply Fortran
Does Simply Fortran have a free plan? No free plan is listed; paid plans start at $149/yr (Network Site License).
How much does Simply Fortran cost? Simply Fortran lists 2 paid plans; the lowest is Network Site License at $149/yr.
Is there a free trial of Simply Fortran? Yes: a 30-day free trial.
What does Simply Fortran run on? Windows and Linux. It runs as a desktop app.
What does Simply Fortran integrate with? 5 integrations: Git, GNU Fortran, LLVM flang, Windows Subsystem for Linux and language servers.
Who is Simply Fortran built for? Solo users, small businesses and mid-market companies (our editorial estimate).
Simply Fortran pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Includes a Fortran compiler, debugger, build tools and profiling.
- Supports OpenMP and autocomplete for modules and derived types.
- Works with Git, GNU Fortran, LLVM flang and language servers.
- Where it doesn't
- Runs on Windows and Linux; version 4.0 is not available for macOS.
- No free plan; a license is needed for full access after the 30-day trial.
- The published annual network license price does not specify a seat count.
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