Which Pic C compiler do you like?

[locus]

SourceBoost C++ compiler combines powerfull features and price

[kami_kami]

I recommend CCS C Compiler for base designer

Posted on: April 18, 2008, 07:23:46 07:23 - Automerged
hitech is better for high level designer

Posted on: April 18, 2008, 07:25:07 07:25 - Automerged
hitide is new editor for hi-tech

[Tomandr]

I like MikroC from Mikroelektronika. MikroC have a lot of interesting function.

[omeryld]

CCS C NUMBER ONE

[tuvoj]

It really depends upon a few points...

1.) The compiler you were first introduced to...

2.) The use intended (CCS is great for quick, one-offs, and the best Windows-type interface--Hi-Tide is  JOKE as an integrated workbench for the HiTech compiler--wasn't really intended for their C compiler in the first place, and shows it in clumsiness) CCS also has the most canned library support, but you'll be writing your own routines if you want tight code.

3.) The amount of hand-work you want to do after-compile to optimize the asm--every compiler will shine in optimizing certain code fragments, but to really tighten ANY compiled code, some hand optimizing will be needed.

4.) HiTech is probably the best all around if you use command line or a "make" response file instead of GUI.

5.) If you like staying in MPLAB, use their compilers--very efficient and capable.

6.) MikroC is a good starting system for the hobbyist or for a one-off where you need a quick solution

7.) IAR has support for specific chips and if you like their "bench" you'll want to stay with it.

8.) Finally, try them ALL, and decide for yourself and your own needs--they all have pros and cons--it's really great (and amazing) that we have such a wide choice to pick from!

Cheers!-Tuvo

[Takumaru]

I'm using Hi-tech PICC soon 2005. But nowadays I'm not sure to continue Hi-tech. MikroC have easy manuel and examples for complex applications like USB, ethernet.

[enen]

Of course Micro C is the best

[FrankQu]

I'm using Hitech PICC for PIC16,and MCC18 for PIC18.

[DONALD3D]

Hi,

i used different compilerS since few years ago like Hitecth C, MikroC and i have tried CCS and IAR too.

The best is Hitech C, no contest, because full ANSI compliance and shortest code, the stability of code generated is rugness.
Inconvenients are price and different compiler for 16fXXX family and 18Fxxxx family.

MicroC and CCS are equivalent, librarians for beginners, good documentation and dynamics forums are avalaible in internet, and chipest.
Good product for small and medium projects.
But code is not optimal for professional applications like Hitech C or IAR.
MikroC is not configurable in MPLAB...

IAR like Hitech C is a professional product.

So a good choice is always a compromise between economical restraint, knowledge of C and experiment of the user. 

Regards.

[ulderico]

I use CCS

[msnm4]

I tried a few things with CCS-C but for one reason or another it crashes very often hanging my pc. I will give a try to MikroC which on the other hand has a wonderfull documentation.

[sabyes]

Hello

For Me I favour in CCS C from the past.
But for now my idea slightly change to Microchip C18 or C32 for the new PIC.

[mmladenovic]

Hi,
I use Mikroc and C18

[bxngoc]

I'm using HI-TECH PICC18, CCS and Microchip C18. I'm newbie in PIC programming so I need these compilers to compile all examples that I found on the Internet. I've tried SourceBoost one time.It is funny why we need C++ language for microcontroller. Is it code optimized or can it run faster than C program? BTW I'm experience in C/C++ programming for PC.

[CyrenuS]

I'm using Hi-Tech too with MPLAB... But since i tried to use Hi-Tech with HI-TIDE, i have couldn't give up HI-TIDE.
You can see all your variables, functions, headers vb... on the side bar. When you save your project, it builds simultaneously.
Just a single negative that it slows down the old computers...Because of JAVA

[SpeedyX]

Hi-tech and CCS PICC Compilers

[ric_vas]

I've worked with CCS for a long time...now moved into Microchip C18 for 18F pics. So far so good.

Ric

[HTAluvBeBeo]

I am using CCS C. With me, CCS C serve me well and easy to use with many included function. For example it is easier to use I2C, SPI interface with CCS C.
I tried MikroC, it is also good for me. Both CCS and Mikro C are easy to use.
This summer I am going to learn C18 and C30 for dsPIC.

[juliano_cps]

I use Hitech PICC V9.50Pl2

It is very stable and bug free...

I dislike CCS.

[B_A_B_A_INC]

I use CCS and it is perfect!

[bobyper]

MikroC has closed libraries. Cannot view/change the source. This is one point for CCS.

[wimpoh]

I'm use CCS C Compiler. This is best choice for me too.

[dimolin]

I prefer MPLAB C18, the documentation is more or less well written and it is short , works with MPLAB IDE.

[tavioman]

I use Hitech PICC V9.50Pl2

It is very stable and bug free...

I dislike CCS.

Right!

[sonsivritwchen]

CCS is more like Microsoft, full of bugs, but with great market momentum.