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Aider

A terminal-based AI pair programming tool that integrates with local Git repositories and uses your preferred LLM.

Built on: Bring-your-own LLM (Claude, GPT, Gemini, DeepSeek or local models)

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Our editorial assessment, based on the public sources listed below. Last reviewed .

Task rank
#17
Tier
A
Score
74.2

Strengths

  • Operates directly in the terminal and integrates with local Git repositories for direct code editing.
  • Flexible "bring your own key" (BYOK) model allows connecting to various LLMs like GPT-4o, Claude 3.5, or local models.
  • Enables powerful pair programming workflows directly from the command line.

Considerations

  • Does not include a built-in LLM, so the cost and quality depend entirely on the external model you connect.
  • Requires users to manage their own API keys and the associated billing from a separate provider.

Price

Free (tool only); LLM costs vary based on connected model

Shown for reference — price is not part of the score.

Score breakdown

Performance
76.0
55% of score
Reputation
76.0
35% of score
Recency
58.0
10% of score

The overall score combines these sub-scores using the weights shown. How we score →

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