Visual Studio
$45
per user / month (USD)
Pro: $45 · Enterprise: $250 (per month)
Windows & Dev
Professional IDE — debugging, testing, Azure credits & dev tools
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Professional vs Enterprise
| Feature | Professional ($45) | Enterprise ($250) |
|---|---|---|
| Full IDE | ✅ | ✅ |
| Debugging & profiling | ✅ | ✅ |
| Azure dev/test credits | $50/mo | $150/mo |
| IntelliTest | ❌ | ✅ |
| Load testing | ❌ | ✅ |
| Architecture tools | ❌ | ✅ |
| CodeLens | ❌ | ✅ |
💡 Most developers use VS Code (free) for daily coding and only need Visual Studio for .NET enterprise development, C++ projects, or advanced debugging scenarios.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use VS Community Edition instead?
VS Community is free for individuals, open-source, and small teams (≤5 users in a company). Larger companies need Professional or Enterprise licences.
Disclaimer
Pricing is in USD (list price, per user, per month) sourced from official Microsoft pricing pages as of April 2026 — pricing, features, and availability are subject to change. Always check the official Microsoft pricing page for the latest information, and contact your Microsoft representative for local pricing, volume discounts, and tailored offers. The views expressed on this page are personal and do not represent official positions of Microsoft.
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