Kilo Code vs Sweep (2026)
Updated April 29, 2026
Overview
Kilo Code is an open-source AI coding agent for VS Code, JetBrains, and the CLI with 500+ models at zero markup. Compare its pricing, pros and cons.
Sweep is an AI junior developer that handles GitHub issues by creating pull requests automatically.
Key features
Core capabilities each platform advertises.
- VS Code, JetBrains, and CLI
- Ask, Architect, Code, Debug, and custom modes
- 500+ models through Kilo Gateway, BYOK, or local models
- Code completion and generation
Strengths and tradeoffs
What each tool does well, and the limitations to keep in mind.
Pros
- Free and open source under MIT
- No markup on model usage
- 500+ models, including BYOK and local
- Same agent across VS Code, JetBrains, and the CLI
Cons
- 5% processing fee on credit purchases
- Now owned by Anaconda, with product integration details still to come
- Audit logs, SSO, and SCIM are Enterprise only
Pros
- Production-ready platform
- Good performance
- Active development
- Strong features
Cons
- Enterprise pricing varies
- Setup complexity
- Learning curve required
What people are saying
Brilliant coding assistant — works great for both VS Code and JetBrains IDEs with access to many providers.
Read full reviewKilo Code or Sweep — which should you choose?
Choose Kilo Code if you wantChoose if you want
- Multi-step refactors across an existing codebase
- BYOK coding with no provider markup
- Standardizing one agent across VS Code and JetBrains
- Private coding workflows with local models
Choose Sweep if you wantChoose if you want
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