Chime
The site says Chime is made in Montreal, Canada.
What it is
Chime is an open-source editor made specifically for macOS, with native extensions and a minimalist interface. It combines modern editing features with Language Server Protocol support, while extensions can provide deeper integration with a project. Refactoring tools are also listed. The download page identifies version 2.2.5, released 29 Nov 2023, and requires macOS 12.0 or later. Chime’s maker says the app never captures or transmits source code away from the user’s machine. It does make outgoing requests for software updates, licensing, and crash reporting, and users can opt out of those requests. Crash reports are described as being used only to improve the products, not intended to contain personally identifiable information, and disableable. Chime Systems Inc., a Canadian corporation, identifies Matt and Tania as its makers. A free plan is listed as free.
For and against
For
- Open-source editor designed for macOS
- Native extensions for the platform
- Supports the Language Server Protocol
- Includes refactoring tools
- Source code stays on the machine
Against
- Available only for macOS
- Requires macOS 12.0 or later
- Update, licensing, and crash requests are made
- Listed stable version dates to 2023
The verdict
Chime combines macOS-specific design with project-aware language tooling and refactoring support. Its platform restriction and optional outbound requests are important considerations.
Who it suits
Chime suits macOS developers who want a native editor with language-server support, extensions, and refactoring tools. It requires macOS 12.0 or later.
Plans and prices
Chime
Free; macOS 12.0 or later
Read 8 Oct 2026 · chimehq.com
On the record
- Company
- The site identifies Chime Systems Inc. as a Canadian corporation.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Crash reports
- The maker says crash reports are used only to improve its products, are not intended to contain personally identifiable information, and can be disabled.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Current stable download
- The download page lists version 2.2.5, released 29 Nov 2023, with macOS 12.0 as the minimum OS.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Design
- Chime is designed for macOS and its extensions are native.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Focus
- The product describes its approach as combining modern features with a minimalist user interface.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Language support
- Chime supports the Language Server Protocol, and extensions can provide deeper project integration.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Maker
- The site credits Matt and Tania as the makers.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Network requests
- The app makes outgoing requests for software updates, licensing, and crash reporting, which users can opt out of.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- The maker says the app never captures or transmits source code off the user's machine.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Product
- Chime is an open source editor for macOS.chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Security contact
- The maker asks users to report product or website security issues to [email protected].chimehq.com · read 8 Oct 2026
