Kilo Code
An open-source coding agent for VS Code, JetBrains and the terminal with hundreds of models to choose from
Install
npm install -g @kilocode/cliAfter install, run kilo in the project folder.
This is third-party code. Review the repository files before installing.
What it does
Kilo Code writes and edits code across files from a task description, drives the terminal and browser, and checks its own changes. It ships Code, Plan, Ask, Debug and Review modes, and you can define custom agents. The model can be switched mid-task. The extension adds inline autocomplete and an MCP server marketplace, and the kilo CLI can run autonomously via kilo run --auto for CI.
Who it is for. For developers who want one agent across editor and terminal, paying model providers at their own rates.
Good fit when
- You want an agent in both VS Code or JetBrains and the terminal
- You want to compare models on the same task
- You need autonomous fix runs in CI
Not a fit when
- Code must not leave your infrastructure
- You need a fully offline tool without an account
Example request
Run the tests and fix any failuresLimitations
Model access through Kilo requires an account, and usage is billed at provider rates. Availability of cloud models from Russia is not guaranteed. The --auto flag disables all confirmations and should only be used in trusted environments. The CLI is based on OpenCode.
How to disable. Uninstall the extension in VS Code or the plugin in JetBrains; remove the CLI with npm uninstall -g @kilocode/cli.
Security check
- The agent runs commands and modifies files
- The --auto mode removes all confirmations
README in short
The README lists installation options: VS Code extension, JetBrains plugin, CLI via npm, curl, Homebrew or AUR, plus binaries in Releases. It describes the built-in agents and main features, including the MCP marketplace. A section covers autonomous CI mode with a risk warning. MIT licensed.
FAQ
Where did the CLI come from?
According to the authors, it is a fork of OpenCode adapted for the Kilo platform.
Do I need my own API key?
Not to start: models are available through a Kilo account at provider rates.
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