opencode
Open-source AI coding agent built for the terminal.
- Stars
- 213.6K
- Forks
- 28.7K
- Open issues
- 4.3K
- Last commit
- 2026-10-15
Live from the GitHub API · updated 2026-10-15
What is opencode?
opencode is a terminal-based coding agent with a rich TUI, support for many model providers, LSP integration and a client/server design that also powers desktop and IDE clients.
Key features
- Terminal UI
- Any model provider
- LSP-aware edits
- Shareable sessions
System requirements
- Platforms
- macOS · Linux · Windows
How to install opencode
Summarized from the project’s README. Projects change quickly — check the GitHub page for the latest instructions.
Install script / npm
- 1Install with the script or npm.
curl -fsSL https://opencode.ai/install | bash # or npm i -g opencode-ai - 2Start it in your project.
opencode
Strengths
- Polished TUI
- Provider-agnostic
Limitations
- Young project; changes quickly
opencode alternatives compared
| Software | Stars | License | Platforms | VRAM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| opencode Open-source AI coding agent built for the terminal. | 213.6K | MIT | — | |
| Aider AI pair programming in your terminal, with automatic git commits. | 49.6K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| Codex CLI OpenAI’s lightweight coding agent for your terminal. | 129.3K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| Gemini CLI Google’s open-source AI agent for the terminal. | 107.4K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| Continue Open-source AI code assistant for VS Code and JetBrains. | 36.2K | Apache-2.0 | — | |
| Cline Autonomous coding agent inside VS Code that asks before it acts. | 70.3K | Apache-2.0 | — |
FAQ
Is opencode free?
Yes — opencode is open-source software released under the MIT license. Check the license (and any model weight licenses) before commercial use.
Does opencode run on Windows, Mac and Linux?
opencode supports: macOS, Linux, Windows.
How do I install opencode?
1. Install with the script or npm. 2. Start it in your project.
What are the best opencode alternatives?
Popular alternatives include Aider, Codex CLI, Gemini CLI, Continue. See the comparison table on this page.