Kilo Code

OSS AI coding assistant for planning, building & fixing code

4.9•45 reviews•

5.1K followers

OSS AI coding assistant for planning, building & fixing code

4.9•45 reviews•

5.1K followers

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Kilo Code Reviews

The community submitted 45 reviews to tell us what they like about Kilo Code, what Kilo Code can do better, and more.

4.9

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Reviewers describe Kilo Code as a flexible, fast daily coding assistant that feels more like an agentic IDE than a simple autocomplete tool. They repeatedly praise its multi-mode workflow, strong diff and checkpoint tools, model switching, and visibility into token use and changes, saying it helps with planning, refactoring, debugging, and larger projects with less prompt fighting. Founders of buildpipe and TaskShell also cite it for planning, code review, flexibility, and cost. Main criticisms are thinner onboarding, missing templates, some edge-case UI/auth friction, and a few desired integrations and advanced features.

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developer experience (36)

AI assistant (32)

cost-effective (15)

high-quality output (15)

reliable performance (14)

customization options (13)

easy to use (13)

easy integration (8)

workflow automation (8)

fast performance (7)

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•2 reviews

I've been using Kilo Code since June 2025 - it is in my top list for Agentic AI Coding tools for the following reasons: - Does a great job coding! - Great set of modes for development including: Architect, Code, Ask, Debug and Orchestrate - Directly supports Open Router connection - a central HUB for LLM models (including open-source/free/stealth models) - Offer tons of opportunities for free credits and awesome value deals on credits - Responsive staff Easy integration into the IDEs I use (VS Code and Cursor) Great product team @fmerian @Kilo Code , keep it up!!

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free tier (3)easy integration (8)AI assistant (32)cost-effective (15)developer experience (36)responsive support (3)high-quality output (15)

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•2 reviews

I’ve been using Kilo Code since April, and it’s become indispensable. The team runs frequent, generous promotions with high credit allowances—I’ve pushed over 200 million tokens without friction. There are often excellent free models available, and they perform surprisingly well for planning, coding, and debugging. On VS Code, this is the best AI coding extension by far—it blends the strengths of Cline and Roo Code with better UX and reliability. I’m also excited to keep exploring it on JetBrains and expect it to become my default there too. Outstanding work; please keep the momentum!

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free tier (3)AI assistant (32)cost-effective (15)developer experience (36)frequent updates (3)reliable performance (14)high-quality output (15)

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•1 review

Efficient, Reliable, and Developer-Friendly I’ve been using Kilocode for a few weeks now, and I must say it’s an impressive tool for developers. The interface is clean and intuitive, which makes navigating and managing projects straightforward. Performance-wise, it’s fast and responsive, even with larger datasets or more complex workflows. One thing I really appreciate is the attention to detail in documentation—it’s clear, well-structured, and has saved me a lot of time when troubleshooting. The support team is also responsive and helpful, which makes the overall experience smooth. Of course, no tool is perfect. Some advanced features could use more customization options, and occasionally there are minor UI quirks. But overall, Kilocode has significantly improved my productivity, and I can confidently recommend it to other developers looking for a reliable, human-friendly coding tool.

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easy to use (13)fast performance (7)developer experience (36)responsive support (3)reliable performance (14)

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•1 review

As a developer, I’ve been really impressed with Kilo Code. It doesn’t just generate code — it uses a multi-agent approach (Architect, Code, Debug, Orchestrator) to plan, implement, and fix tasks seamlessly. Kilo Code is one of the most developer-friendly AI coding assistants out there today. If you want something powerful, transparent, and extensible, this is worth trying. Highly recommend testing it on both small and large projects to see how it fits your workflow.

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AI assistant (32)customization options (13)developer experience (36)workflow automation (8)high-quality output (15)

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•1 review

IMO Kilo Code is actually one of the best AI coding agents out there. It avoids the usual lock-in and hidden pricing you see with other tools. Everything is open-source, transparent, and flexible — you can bring your own keys, use local models, or choose from hundreds of hosted ones without surprise downgrades or rate limits. The team is consistently bringing awesome updates, releasing new features and fixes. It's now a permanent part of my development stack

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AI assistant (32)cost-effective (15)customization options (13)developer experience (36)open source (4)frequent updates (3)

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•1 review

I’ve tried different AI tools for development like Junie, ChatGPT, and Claude, but they’re often unclear about costs and usage. With Kilo Code, I’ve been able to better understand how I use these tools and build a much more organized and efficient workflow. Now I can choose the right models and guide my work without wasting tokens or quotas unnecessarily.

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AI assistant (32)cost-effective (15)developer experience (36)

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•1 review

I used Kilo Code in VS Code recently for the first time to build a subscriber search app for my company. It worked great. The interface was easy to navigate. I liked the ability to switch between Ask, Code, Architect, and Debug modes. Switching between models is a breeze. I will definitely continue to use Kilo Code for building my apps.

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easy to use (13)AI assistant (32)customization options (13)developer experience (36)

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•1 review

Kilo is easy and straightforward to checkout, but especially stands out to me with the different modes available. I've found that the Ask mode is especially convenient for learning about a large, established (or legacy) repo. Such a time saver!

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easy to use (13)AI assistant (32)developer experience (36)context aware (6)

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•1 review

I have transitioned to using Kilo code as my primary development tool. In the past, I experimented with several platforms, including Cursor, Windsurf, and Trae, but none offered the level of control I desired over my software development process. Now, with Kilo code, I can fully customize and manage my projects to suit my specific needs and preferences. This shift allows me to take charge of every aspect of my work, enhancing my productivity and creativity.

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customization options (13)developer experience (36)

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•1 review

After experimenting with numerous coding tools, I ultimately found that Kilo Code stood out as the most exceptional option. Its user-friendly interface and robust features significantly improved my coding experience. I decided to discontinue using Cursor, which had its merits but couldn’t quite match the value Kilo Code offers. Presently, Kilo Code is my sole coding tool, and I’m thoroughly impressed with its performance and capabilities.

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easy to use (13)cost-effective (15)developer experience (36)reliable performance (14)

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Kilo Code

OSS AI coding assistant for planning, building & fixing code

OSS AI coding assistant for planning, building & fixing code

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