Cline

Cline

Cline AI Coding Agent
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About

Cline is an open-source AI coding agent that helps developers understand, modify, and automate software development tasks directly from their IDE, terminal, or embedded applications. The platform supports coordinated code editing, bash command execution, planning, and autonomous workflows while giving developers control over every step of the process. Cline works with major AI models including Claude, GPT, Gemini, Mistral, DeepSeek, Ollama, and any OpenAI-compatible API without locking users into a single provider. Developers can use Cline to refactor large codebases, automate repetitive engineering tasks, integrate with CI/CD pipelines, and extend functionality through plugins and the Model Context Protocol (MCP). The platform also supports custom coding rules, reusable skills, multi-agent collaboration, and scheduled automations for complex software projects.

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 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

Developers interested in an AI coding agent right inside their IDE.

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
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

  • Cline is one of the most useful coding agents I have tried because it feels like it lives where I already work. I do not have to copy code back and forth into a chatbot. It can inspect the project, edit files, run commands, use the browser, and walk through tasks inside the IDE. I really like the human-in-the-loop approval model. Cline can take meaningful action, but I still get to review commands, file edits, and changes before they happen. That makes it feel powerful without feeling reckless. The model flexibility is another big win. Cline is not locked to one provider, so I can bring my own key, use different models for different jobs, and experiment with cost, speed, and quality. The .clinerules support is also great for real projects. Being able to define coding standards, architecture conventions, deployment steps, and testing requirements helps Cline behave more like a teammate who understands the repo.

Cons

  • Cline can be very token-hungry if you let it roam through a big codebase without clear instructions. You need to scope tasks well, set project rules, and review what it is doing, especially on larger repos. It also still needs developer judgment. Cline can write code, run commands, and debug issues, but it can also make assumptions or take a path that is technically valid but not what you wanted. I would be careful with unknown repos, secrets, shell commands, and anything production-related. AI coding agents are powerful, but giving any tool terminal access means you need good permissions, review habits, and common sense.

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

Cline AI Coding Agent
United States
cline.bot/

Company Information

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

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Categories

Categories

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

Integrations

Claude Supported
CybeDefend Supported
Dock Supported
GHOSTMETAL Supported
GoLand Supported
Grokified Supported
Mistral AI Supported
Muse Wonder Supported
Muse Wonder Full Supported
Ollama Supported
OpenAI Supported
OrcaRouter Supported
PyCharm Supported
Requesty Supported
TwitterAPIs Supported
Visual Studio Code Supported
WebStorm Supported
CheapTokens Supported
Experiential Supported
Tencent Hy Supported

Integrations

Claude Supported
CybeDefend Supported
Dock Supported
GHOSTMETAL Supported
GoLand Supported
Grokified Supported
Mistral AI Supported
Muse Wonder Supported
Muse Wonder Full Supported
Ollama Supported
OpenAI Supported
OrcaRouter Supported
PyCharm Supported
Requesty Supported
TwitterAPIs Supported
Visual Studio Code Supported
WebStorm Supported
CheapTokens Not Supported
Experiential Not Supported
Tencent Hy Not Supported
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