Aider
AI pair programming in your terminal.
AI CodingFree · Free (open-source)
Aider is an open-source AI pair-programming tool that runs in your terminal and edits code across your git repository. You chat with it to implement changes and it commits edits directly.
Pros
- +Free and open-source
- +Works in the terminal with git
- +Edits across multiple files
- +Bring your own model key
Cons
- –Requires an LLM API key
- –Terminal-first workflow
- –No graphical UI
Best for
Common use-cases
- • implementing code changes
- • refactoring across files
- • terminal-based coding
Integrations
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Alternatives to Aider
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- How much does Aider cost?
- Aider uses free pricing, starting from Free (open-source). Check Aider's site for current plans.
- What are the best Aider alternatives?
- Top alternatives include GitHub Copilot, v0 by Vercel, Amazon Q. See the full list of Aider alternatives for a ranked comparison.