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Cline

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Cline is an open-source VS Code agent that plans, edits, and runs tools with BYOK models and approval controls.

SEC.01

What it does

  • 01BYOK / BYOM
  • 02Tool use
  • 03Browser actions
  • 04MCP
  • 05Open source
  • 06ClinePass ($9.99/mo)
SEC.02

Who it's for

Cost- and control-sensitive teams that want an open-source agent inside VS Code.

PRICING

Pricing

Free (OSS) + model costs; ClinePass $9.99/mo. List prices as checked against the vendor's pricing page on 2026-09-25; plans change often, so confirm before deciding.

caveat · before you adopt

Free extension; you pay inference at provider rates. ClinePass is an optional low-cost subscription for open coding models.

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FAQ

Frequently asked

What is Cline?

Cline is an open-source VS Code agent that plans, edits, and runs tools with BYOK models and approval controls.

Who is Cline for?

Cost- and control-sensitive teams that want an open-source agent inside VS Code.

How much does Cline cost?

Free (OSS) + model costs; ClinePass $9.99/mo. List prices as checked against the vendor's pricing page on 2026-09-25; plans change often, so confirm before deciding.

Does Cline run locally or in the cloud?

Cline runs locally on your machine. Its interfaces are an editor/IDE surface, a terminal (CLI).

What are alternatives to Cline?

Other IDE extension entries in the catalog: GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q Developer, Gemini Code Assist, Sourcegraph Cody, Augment Code, Continue, Roo Code, Kilo Code, Junie. Different categories solve the same problem differently — see the IDE extensions & copilots category page for tradeoffs.

What should I know before adopting Cline?

Free extension; you pay inference at provider rates. ClinePass is an optional low-cost subscription for open coding models.