Gemini CLI
Google's open-source AI agent for coding tasks in the terminal
- Pricing
- Paid
- Platform
- CLI
- Open source
- Yes
About Gemini CLI
Gemini CLI is an open-source command-line AI agent by Google that uses Gemini models to assist with coding, file editing, and agentic tasks directly in the terminal. It connects to Google Search for grounding and supports tool use for real-world actions. Aimed at developers who want a capable, free, open-source terminal AI assistant.
Specifications
Everything we hold on this listing.
- Category
- Coding & Dev Tools
- Pricing
- Paid
- Platforms
- CLI
- Website
- geminicli.com
- Open source
- Yes
- Added
- Apr 23, 2026
- Source
- awesome
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How Gemini CLI compares
The closest tools in the directory, matched on shared capability rather than category alone.
| Tool | Pricing | API | Open source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gemini CLI | Paid | Not stated | Yes |
| OpenCode | Paid | Not stated | Yes |
| Build an AI Agent (From Scratch) | Paid | Not stated | Not stated |
| Claude Code | Paid | Not stated | Not stated |
| Cursor | Paid | Not stated | Not stated |
Frequently asked
What is Gemini CLI used for?
Gemini CLI is an open-source command-line AI agent by Google that uses Gemini models to assist with coding, file editing, and agentic tasks directly in the terminal. It connects to Google Search for grounding and supports tool use for real-world actions. Aimed at developers who want a capable, free, open-source terminal AI assistant.
Is Gemini CLI free?
Gemini CLI is Paid. Paid tool. Visit the site to view current pricing plans.
What platforms does Gemini CLI run on?
Gemini CLI runs on CLI. Whether it offers a public API isn't stated, check the vendor's docs before planning an integration.
Is Gemini CLI open source?
Yes, Gemini CLI publishes its source, so you can self-host it, audit what it does with your data, and avoid per-seat pricing. Browse more open-source options at brofindai.com/tags/open-source.
What are the best alternatives to Gemini CLI?
The closest alternatives are OpenCode, Build an AI Agent (From Scratch), Claude Code, Cursor, all coding & dev tools tools that overlap with Gemini CLI on agent, llm, open source. See the full list at brofindai.com/alternatives/gemini-cli.
