Kilo Code

Open-source AI agent for VS Code, JetBrains, and CLI.

Filed under: Coding

About Kilo Code

Kilo Code is an open-source AI coding agent that runs in VS Code, JetBrains IDEs, and the terminal, with specialized agents for coding, planning, and debugging. It supports hundreds of models with bring-your-own keys or pay-as-you-go credits at provider rates with no markup. Among AI coding tools, it is a flexible open alternative to Cursor that does not require switching editors. Teams get SSO, audit logs, and shared billing.

Key features

Open-source agent (MIT license)
VS Code, JetBrains, and CLI clients
500+ models with BYO keys
Specialized Code, Plan, and Debug agents
Cloud agents for background tasks
Team and enterprise controls

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Kilo Code: pros & cons

Pros

Free open-source clients
No markup on model usage
Works in your existing editor
Strong privacy options

Cons

You manage models and costs
Newer brand, evolving fast
Advanced team features are paid

Kilo Code FAQs

Is Kilo Code free?

Yes, the VS Code extension, JetBrains plugin, and CLI are free and open source; you pay only for model usage.

What is the difference between Kilo Code and Roo Code?

Kilo Code is the rebranded continuation of Roo Code, with the same open-source agent approach.

Can I use my own API keys?

Yes, Kilo Code lets you bring your own keys from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and others at zero markup.