OpenCode
OpenCode
Open-source agentic coding tool that runs in the terminal, desktop, or IDE with your choice of model.
Our editorial assessment as of Jun 4, 2026, based on the public sources listed below.
Rank in Coding Assistant
#10
Tier
B
Score
68.0
Underlying model
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Strengths
- No account required to start and no single-model lock-in
- Runs in terminal, as a desktop app, or via IDE extensions
- Bring your own keys from OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, and others
Considerations
- Model API costs are billed separately and can exceed a hosted subscription
- Less polished onboarding than mainstream commercial assistants
Price
Free tier with no account; bring your own model keys
Score breakdown
Performance
70.0
Reputation
65.0
Price
80.0
Recency
82.0
Verification status
Each field carries its own re-verification date. Amber means older than 90 days — treat those figures as stale until re-checked.
Sources
- 7 Best Free AI Coding Tools (2026): $0 Forever, No Credit Card | NxCodeAccessed: 2026-06-03
- Best AI Coding Tools 2026 | NxCodeAccessed: 2026-06-03
- Best AI Coding Tools for Developers in 2026Accessed: 2026-05-26