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Kilo Code
Open SourceSelf-hostableAn open VS Code agent with planning modes.
4.57.8K starsAlternative to Claude Code, GitHub Copilot
Overview
Kilo Code is an open-source VS Code extension with orchestrator, architect, code, and debug modes. It works with any AI model, recovers from errors automatically, and keeps context across your project — a flexible Claude Code and Copilot alternative.
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Why pick Kilo Code over Claude Code
- Own your data instead of trusting Claude Code's servers
- No per-seat pricing — grow without ballooning costs
- Kilo Code is open source: audit it, fork it, extend it
- Self-host for full privacy and compliance control
Key features
- Orchestrator, architect, code, and debug modes
- Use any AI model you like
- Automatic error recovery
- Context-aware, project-wide assistance
- Open source VS Code extension
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Installation
Install in VS Code
- Install "Kilo Code" from the VS Code Marketplace
- Bring your own AI model key
- Use orchestrator, architect, code, and debug modes
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