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Open-source AI code assistant integrated into your IDE

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Overview

Developer-focused AI assistant that works within VS Code and JetBrains IDEs, supporting multiple models and local deployment

Pros

  • Open-source and free
  • Works with multiple AI models
  • Local deployment option
  • Privacy-focused

✕ Cons

  • Requires technical setup
  • Limited pre-built features compared to GitHub Copilot

Key Features

Code generation
Code editing
Chat interface
Model flexibility
Local model support

Use Cases

Code developmentRefactoring assistanceDocumentation generationPrivacy-critical development

Best For

Software EngineersPrivacy-Conscious TeamsOpen-Source ContributorsEnterprise DevelopersML/AI Engineers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pricing model for Continue Dev?▾
Continue Dev is completely free and open-source. You only pay for third-party AI models if you choose to use commercial providers like OpenAI or Claude; local models have no usage costs.
How difficult is it to set up Continue Dev?▾
Setup is straightforward for most developers—install the IDE extension and configure your preferred AI model. Local model setup requires more technical knowledge but the documentation provides clear guidance.
What AI models can Continue Dev integrate with?▾
Continue Dev supports multiple models including OpenAI, Claude, local open-source models (Llama, Mistral), and other API-based providers. You can switch between models or run them locally for complete privacy.
What are the main limitations of Continue Dev?▾
Local model performance depends on your hardware resources, and some advanced features may work better with premium commercial models. Context window limits vary based on which model you choose.
What is the ideal use case for Continue Dev?▾
Best suited for developers who want an AI code assistant with privacy control, those working in restricted environments, and teams wanting to avoid vendor lock-in with customizable, open-source tooling.

Pricing Plans

Starter

Custom
  • Pay $3 per million tokens (input and output)
  • Create and run AI agents
  • Connect integrations like Slack, Sentry, and Snyk
  • Buy credits for frontier models

TeamMost Popular

$20/monthly
  • Centralized team management
  • $10 in credits per seat per month
  • Manage and share private agents across your team
  • Control which agents your team can use

Company

Custom
  • Custom pricing for enterprises
  • Custom SSO with SAML or OIDC
  • Bring your own API keys (BYOK)
  • Commitment, invoicing, and SLA

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Added to directory4/26/2026
CategoryDeveloper & API Tools
Pricing modelopen-source

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