RStudio is a free and open-source integrated development environment (IDE) for R, a programming language for statistical computing and graphics. Developed by RStudio, Inc.
License: Open Source
Microsoft Visual Studio is a versatile IDE suitable for a wide range of programming languages and enterprise applications, with robust debugging and performance profiling tools. In contrast, RStudio is specifically designed for R programming, offering specialized features for data analysis and visualization, making it the preferred choice for statisticians and data scientists.