Build, debug, and ship with one AI coding teammate
Let an open-source AI agent in VS Code handle planning writing, and fixing your code, so you focus on what matters. Ship faster with code you trust.
Used by developers at leading companies
Get real coding done with AI that works
Code faster, fix problems as they come up, and keep your project running smoothly—without losing control or getting weird suggestions.
Plan, write, and fix in one place
Use Architect, Code, and Debug modes for big-picture thinking, building features, and catching issues—right inside VS Code.
No more guessing or
broken builds
Kilo Code checks your libraries and project details, so your code runs the way you expect, and AI doesn't invent fake APIs.
Your code and data stay yours
Work on your own terms. You pick your models, own your data, and even use local or free models.
Smarter AI tooling for planning, writing, and fixing code in VS Code
VS Code integration
Install directly as an extension to your VS Code and get started without friction.
Architect mode planning
Sketch out the big-picture structure so you always stay organized and aligned with project goals.
Full-code writing features
Generate entire functions or files with context, speeding up development and reducing repetitive typing.
Smart bug fixing
Debug mode finds and fixes bugs, running tests until your code works as intended.
Reliable API suggestions
Library look-ups stop hallucinations and suggest the right APIs for your codebase.
Private and secure setup
No telemetry by default and use your own model or API key to keep your code private.
This is one of the best AI code experiences I’ve had so far ❤️
meiersepp503
Kilo Code Discord user
Frequently Asked Questions
Kilo Code takes care of some of the more boring and monotonous programming tasks for you, as well as helping you navigate and understand the codebase faster. For example, you can generate a draft version of an application from a natural language description with Kilo Code in seconds, which would otherwise take hours or days to create by hand. You can also ask Kilo Code questions about the codebase, which can save tons of time when getting up to speed on a new project. In addition, you can use Kilo Code to refactor and debug, write docs, automate repetitive tasks, and lots more.
Kilo Code’s Debug mode uses a methodical approach of analyzing any errors or bugs that you’re encountering, narrowing possibilities for what may be causing the issues, and determining fixes for them given the context of your codebase. If you are stuck with an error, just ask Kilo Code, and it will help you understand and fix it.
A common issue with using large language models for programming is they may hallucinate programming interfaces or APIs that don’t really exist. To address this, Kilo Code integrates with Context7 which makes API documentation accessible to the models for additional context. As a result, the code you write with Kilo Code uses existing functions and APIs and uses best practices described in the docs of relevant programming languages, libraries, and services.
Kilo Code adapts to every project and is able to understand even the most particular and complex setups.
Kilo Code doesn’t use your data for model training. You can use Kilo Code with models that you host locally, and in that case your code and data doesn’t leave your machine. If you use a hosted model, such as Claude or Gemini, their providers offer strong guarantees around data safety. Please review each model provider’s privacy policy for more details.
Kilo Code is free, with no monthly fees or subscriptions. You can use any model available through OpenRouter with no markup. Pay only for what you use. When you sign up, get $20 of free credits, on us.
Write Better Code, Fix Bugs Faster
Handle real dev work without chasing bugs or broken APIs. Say goodbye to setup hassles and truly focus on building. $20 free credits to start.
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