Aider

Aider

Aider AI
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About

Aider is an AI pair-programming tool that runs directly in your terminal, helping developers build new projects or improve existing codebases using large language models. It works with both cloud-based and local LLMs, giving developers flexibility in how they use AI. Aider understands your entire codebase by mapping it, making it especially effective for larger projects. It supports over 100 programming languages and integrates tightly with Git for safe, trackable changes. Developers stay in control while accelerating development through natural language instructions.

About

The leading open-source AI code assistant. You can connect any models and any context to create custom autocomplete and chat experiences inside the IDE Remain in flow while coding by removing the barriers that block productivity when building software. Accelerate development with a plug-and-play system that makes it easy to get started and integrates with your entire stack. Become a leader in AI by setting up your code assistant to evolve as new capabilities emerge. Continue autocompletes single lines or entire sections of code in any programming language as you type. Attach code or other context to ask questions about functions, files, the entire codebase, and more. Highlight code sections and press a keyboard shortcut to rewrite code from natural language.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Audience

Aider is ideal for software developers, engineers, and technical teams who want to accelerate coding, refactoring, and testing workflows using AI directly within their existing development environments

Audience

Developers interested in a powerful open source AI coding assistant

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Not Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Free
Open source
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Not Supported

Pricing

$0/developer/month
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Aider is one of those developer tools that feels simple in the best way. It runs in the terminal, works with my existing repo, edits files directly, and fits naturally into a Git-based workflow instead of forcing me into a whole new IDE. I really like that it is open source and model-flexible. Being able to use different LLMs, including cloud and local models, makes it much more useful for developers who care about cost, privacy, speed, and picking the right model for each job. The repo-aware workflow is a big win too. Aider can map a larger codebase, make multi-file changes, and help with real tasks like refactoring, fixing bugs, adding tests, and building features. That makes it feel more like pair programming than just asking a chatbot for snippets. The Git integration is also great. Since Aider works inside a local Git repo, it is easy to review changes, keep diffs clean, and roll back anything that does not look right.

Cons

  • Aider is still a tool for developers, not a magic autopilot. You need to understand your codebase, review the diffs, run tests, and guide it clearly if you want good results. It can also get expensive or noisy if you throw huge tasks at it without scoping the work. Like most coding agents, it performs best when you give it focused instructions, add the right files to context, and keep an eye on what it is changing. I would also be cautious with secrets, shell commands, and production-sensitive repos. Aider is powerful because it can work directly with your code, but that means you still need good review habits and guardrails.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Aider AI
aider.chat/

Company Information

Continue
Founded: 2023
United States
www.continue.dev/

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Categories

Agentic AI Supported
AI Code Generators Supported
AI Coding Agents Supported
Pair Programming Supported
Vibe Coding Supported

Categories

AI Code Generators Supported
AI Copilots Supported
Code Editors Supported
IDE Supported

Integrations

GPT-4o Supported
Grokified Supported
Ollama Supported
Visual Studio Code Supported
Claude Mythos 5.1 Supported
Claude Opus 4.6 Supported
Codestral Not Supported
Dock Not Supported
GPT-4.1 Supported
Gemini 2.5 Pro Supported
Git Supported
Go Supported
GoLand Not Supported
Mistral AI Not Supported
Mixtral 8x7B Not Supported
Muse Spark 1.1 Not Supported
OpenViking Supported
PhpStorm Not Supported
Rider Not Supported
TwitterAPIs Not Supported

Integrations

GPT-4o Supported
Grokified Supported
Ollama Supported
Visual Studio Code Supported
Claude Mythos 5.1 Not Supported
Claude Opus 4.6 Not Supported
Codestral Supported
Dock Supported
GPT-4.1 Not Supported
Gemini 2.5 Pro Not Supported
Git Not Supported
Go Not Supported
GoLand Supported
Mistral AI Supported
Mixtral 8x7B Supported
Muse Spark 1.1 Supported
OpenViking Not Supported
PhpStorm Supported
Rider Supported
TwitterAPIs Supported
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