Continue from Continue Dev plugs chat and autocomplete into VS Code and JetBrains with configurable model providers. It is aimed at teams customizing copilots with their own models, with a free OSS core with optional hosted team features for analytics and governance. DIY configuration can overwhelm teams without a dedicated platform owner. Editorial teams should verify fit against their compliance and workflow needs before rolling it out broadly.
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Open-source AI code assistant for any IDE
FreeScore 66.7#127 overall#10 in Coding & Dev
47 editorial upvotes · editor score 4.1 / 5
Specs
| Pricing | Free |
|---|---|
| Starting price | — |
| Free tier | Yes |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Launched | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Last verified | Oct 18, 2026 |
| Vendor | Continue Dev |
Highlights
- Model agnostic
- Open source
Pros
- Highly customizable
- No vendor lock-in
Cons
- Requires maintenance
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Reviews
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