Continue

Open-source AI code assistant connecting any LLM to VS Code and JetBrains.

Best for: Fully open source Not ideal for: Requires configuration
Price Free
Free plan Yes
For Software developers
Level Beginner
Updated Mar 2026
Category AI Coding
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Why choose Continue

Open-source AI code assistant that connects any LLM to your IDE. Provides autocomplete, chat, and inline editing with full customization. Supports VS Code and JetBrains with local and remote model options.

  • +Fully open source
  • +Extremely customizable
  • +Works with any LLM
  • +Active development
  • +Local LLMs supported
  • +Full privacy
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Where it falls short

  • Requires configuration
  • No built-in model hosting
  • Quality depends on chosen LLM
  • Documentation gaps
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Best for these users

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Target audience
Software developers, engineers
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Best for
Fully open source
Skip if you need
Requires configuration
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Pricing overview

Free Free plan: Yes

Free and open source. Use with any LLM provider or local models.

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Key features

Multi-LLM support
Autocomplete
AI chat
Local LLMs
JetBrains support
Context providers
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The verdict

Continue Free

Continue is a solid choice for software developers who need fully open source. At free, it delivers good value. Main caveat: requires configuration. Compare with alternatives before committing.