Info-Tech Research Group has published its 2025 AI Code Generation Emotional Footprint report, spotlighting the top-performing solutions transforming how organizations build software. Based on insights from its SoftwareReviews division, the report highlights five champions in AI-powered code generation tools that accelerate development, improve code quality, and foster innovation.
Info-Tech names five AI code generation champions for 2025
Visual Studio IntelliCode, ChatGPT 5, GitHub Copilot, Replit AI, and Amazon Q Developer lead the rankings
Report based on 1,084 end-user reviews via SoftwareReviews
Net Emotional Footprint (NEF) measures user sentiment and vendor trust
AI tools reduce errors, speed projects, and empower developer creativity
Delaying adoption risks slower delivery and missed innovation opportunities
AI-powered code generation tools streamline the development process by automating repetitive coding tasks and integrating directly into IDEs and version control systems. With machine learning and natural language processing at their core, these platforms help developers:
Generate ready-made snippets for faster workflows
Minimize coding errors and improve code quality
Free up time to focus on creative and complex problem-solving
Info-Tech’s Emotional Footprint report measures user sentiment across 25 evaluative questions, generating a Net Emotional Footprint (NEF) score that reflects how end-users truly feel about vendors and their solutions.
For the 2025 edition, 1,084 end-user reviews on the SoftwareReviews platform were analyzed, providing IT leaders with an accurate view of the evolving AI code generation market.
The report identifies five standout solutions:
Visual Studio IntelliCode: +96 NEF, praised for delivering more than promised
ChatGPT 5: +94 NEF, rated highly for effectiveness
GitHub Copilot: +94 NEF, recognized for transparency
Replit AI: +96 NEF, valued for reliability
Amazon Q Developer: +94 NEF, noted for time savings
"Organizations that adopt AI code generation tools gain a significant advantage in software delivery and innovation," said Thomas Randall, Research Director at Info-Tech Research Group. "These tools help developers focus on complex, high-value work, improve code quality, and reduce errors. Teams that delay adoption risk slower projects, lower-quality software, and missed opportunities to innovate and stay competitive."
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