OpenCode
Open-source terminal coding agent.
Key features
- Writes code in the terminal, a desktop app, or an IDE
- Loads matching language servers for the model automatically
- Runs multiple agents in parallel on the same project
- Shares a link to a session for reference or debugging
- Connects 75+ model providers, including local models
- Category
- AI Coding
- Who it's for
- Developers who write code in a terminal, IDE, or desktop app.
- Tags
- cliagentcode-editorterminalcoding-agentlocal-inferenceintegrations
- Website
- opencode.ai
- Listed
- 2026-10-08
Sourced notes
Frequently asked questions
Is OpenCode free?
Yes. OpenCode is open source and free to use.
What is OpenCode used for?
Open-source terminal coding agent. Typical uses: writes code in the terminal, a desktop app, or an IDE; loads matching language servers for the model automatically; runs multiple agents in parallel on the same project.
What are the best OpenCode alternatives?
Alternatives in the same category include Cline, Cursor, Claude Code, Orca, Kilo.
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- Corgi Terminal multiplexer for coding agents. It tracks Claude Code, Codex, Pi, and OpenCode, and keeps panes running after you detach.
- Cursor AI code editor with agent mode, based on VS Code.
