About Kilo
Overview
Kilo is an open-source AI coding agent that works in VS Code, JetBrains IDEs, the command line, and the cloud. It offers access to 500+ models across 60+ providers with no markup on AI inference. Kilo reports 5M+ coders and 10T+ tokens processed every month, and it was named #1 Open Source Product of the Month.
The platform splits cost into three parts: platform access, AI inference, and cloud compute. Developers can use free models, run local models with Ollama or LM Studio, bring their own provider keys, or top up Kilo Gateway credits. Kilo publishes its source under the MIT license, so teams can audit prompts, context windows, and model decisions.
Key Benefits
- Access 500+ models across 60+ providers with no markup on AI inference
- Use the same agent in VS Code, JetBrains, the CLI, and cloud agents
- Run local models with Ollama or LM Studio to keep code private
- Fork, modify, and self-host the MIT-licensed source code
- Start free with Kilo Auto Free and no credit card required
- Switch between Code, Architect, Debug, Ask, and Custom modes without changing tools
How It Works
Install the Kilo extension in VS Code or JetBrains, or run the CLI, then start free with Kilo Auto Free and no credit card. Choose an inference path: free models, local models, your own provider keys, or pay-as-you-go Kilo Gateway credits. Auto Model then routes each task to the right model strategy, and a Kilo Session can continue on another platform.
Use Cases
- Software engineers write, refactor, and ship production code with Code Mode
- Technical leads plan complex features in Architect Mode before writing code
- Developers trace and fix bugs with Debug Mode, which reads errors and suggests fixes
- Teams review pull requests with automated code review agents before merging
- Platform teams run long tasks with Cloud Agents while local machines stay free
- Android and iOS users run Cloud Agents and review pull requests from mobile
Why Choose This Product
Kilo charges exact provider rates for inference and lets developers bring their own keys or run local models, which avoids markup and lock-in. The agent is MIT-licensed and open source, so teams inspect prompts, context windows, and routing instead of trusting a black box. Individuals start on a free plan, while Teams costs $15/user/month and Enterprise adds SSO, audit logs, and SLA commitments.
Key Features
Multiple Agent Modes
Kilo ships with Code, Architect, Debug, Ask, and Custom modes so you switch context without switching tools.
Unified Model Gateway
Gateway routes requests to 500+ models from every major provider through a single unified endpoint.
Cloud Agents
Cloud Agents run AI agents in the cloud to execute long-running tasks while your local machine stays free.
Automated Code Reviews
Code review agents analyze pull requests, suggest improvements, and catch bugs before you merge.
Agent Manager
Agent Manager runs multiple AI agents in your IDE with GitHub PR status badges on worktrees and embedded terminal tabs.
Cross-Platform Sessions
Start a Kilo Session in one place and continue it on another platform with your context and progress preserved.
Voice Prompting
Speak natural voice commands to AI agents directly in your IDE instead of typing requests.
JetBrains Autocomplete
AI-powered autocomplete and code suggestions appear directly in your JetBrains IDE and understand your codebase.
AI Adoption Score
Teams+AI Adoption Score tracks and measures your team's AI adoption effectiveness with usage analytics and reporting.
Auto Model
Auto Model picks the model strategy for each task across Efficient, Frontier, and Free tiers.
Kilo Pricing
View full pricing →- Open source VS Code, JetBrains & CLI extensions
- Agentic coding assistant
- Code completion & generation
- Works with any AI model
- Everything in Free, plus team management
- Usage analytics & reporting
- AI adoption score
- Shared agent modes
- Centralized billing
- Shared BYOK
- Everything in Teams, plus security & compliance
- SSO, audit logs & SLA
- Limit models and/or providers
- Shared Private Gateway BYOK
- SSO, OIDC, & SCIM support
- Dedicated support channels
- Monthly AI credit subscription for regular usage
- Up to $26.60/mo in credits
- Earn up to 50% bonus credits
- Monthly AI credit subscription for regular usage
- Up to $68.60/mo in credits
- Earn up to 50% bonus credits
- Monthly AI credit subscription for regular usage
- Up to $278.60/mo in credits
- Earn up to 50% bonus credits
| Feature | Free & Open Source Free | Teams $15/mo | Enterprise Custom | Kilo Pass Starter $19/mo | Kilo Pass Pro $49/mo | Kilo Pass Expert $199/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open source VS Code, JetBrains & CLI extensions | ||||||
| Agentic coding assistant | ||||||
| Code completion & generation | ||||||
| Works with any AI model | ||||||
| Everything in Free, plus team management | ||||||
| Usage analytics & reporting | ||||||
| AI adoption score | ||||||
| Shared agent modes | ||||||
| Centralized billing | ||||||
| Shared BYOK | ||||||
| Everything in Teams, plus security & compliance | ||||||
| SSO, audit logs & SLA | ||||||
| Limit models and/or providers | ||||||
| Shared Private Gateway BYOK | ||||||
| SSO, OIDC, & SCIM support | ||||||
| Dedicated support channels | ||||||
| Monthly AI credit subscription for regular usage | ||||||
| Up to $26.60/mo in credits | ||||||
| Earn up to 50% bonus credits | ||||||
| Up to $68.60/mo in credits | ||||||
| Up to $278.60/mo in credits |
Pricing extracted from the product website and may change. Check the source for current details.