Kilo Code
Open-source AI coding agent for VS Code with deep codebase context
- Pricing
- Free
- Platform
- VS Code
- Open source
- Yes
About Kilo Code
Kilo Code is an open-source AI coding agent extension for VS Code that provides code generation, refactoring, and multi-file editing with full project context awareness. It supports multiple LLM backends and lets developers bring their own API keys for full control. Aimed at developers who want a powerful, customizable AI coding assistant without vendor lock-in.
Specifications
Everything we hold on this listing.
- Category
- Coding & Dev Tools
- Pricing
- Free
- Platforms
- VS Code
- Website
- kilocode.ai
- Open source
- Yes
- Added
- Apr 23, 2026
- Source
- awesome
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How Kilo Code compares
The closest tools in the directory, matched on shared capability rather than category alone.
| Tool | Pricing | API | Open source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilo Code | Free | Not stated | Yes |
| aider | Paid | Not stated | Yes |
| Continue | Paid | Not stated | Yes |
| OpenCode | Paid | Not stated | Yes |
| Claude Code | Paid | Not stated | Not stated |
Frequently asked
What is Kilo Code used for?
Kilo Code is an open-source AI coding agent extension for VS Code that provides code generation, refactoring, and multi-file editing with full project context awareness. It supports multiple LLM backends and lets developers bring their own API keys for full control. Aimed at developers who want a powerful, customizable AI coding assistant without vendor lock-in.
Is Kilo Code free?
Kilo Code is Free. Completely free, no credit card required.
What platforms does Kilo Code run on?
Kilo Code runs on VS Code. Whether it offers a public API isn't stated, check the vendor's docs before planning an integration.
Is Kilo Code open source?
Yes, Kilo Code 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 Kilo Code?
The closest alternatives are aider, Continue, OpenCode, Claude Code, all coding & dev tools tools that overlap with Kilo Code on coding, developer, llm. See the full list at brofindai.com/alternatives/kilo-code.
