Zed
Open SourceA blazing-fast, AI-native code editor in Rust.
4.758K starsAlternative to Claude Code, Cursor
Overview
Zed is a high-performance, multiplayer code editor built from scratch in Rust, with AI assistance, real-time collaboration, and near-instant responsiveness. A modern, open editor that competes with Cursor and other AI-first IDEs.
Why pick Zed over Claude Code
- Own your data instead of trusting Claude Code's servers
- No per-seat pricing — grow without ballooning costs
- Zed is open source: audit it, fork it, extend it
- Backed by a transparent, community-driven roadmap
Key features
- GPU-accelerated, extremely fast editor
- Built-in AI assistant and inline edits
- Real-time multiplayer collaboration
- Tree-sitter and LSP powered
- Native macOS, Linux, and Windows apps
Pros & cons
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Installation
Install on macOS
brew install --cask zedFrequently asked questions
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