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The free Aider alternative
Aider is a beloved terminal coding agent — but you supply (and pay for) the model via an API key. FreeCoder keeps the terminal launch and adds a free, uncapped built-in model plus a clean browser workspace, so you can code without a metered API.
FreeCoder vs Aider at a glance
| Feature | FreeCoder | Aider |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free app, paid API tokens |
| Usage limits | None | Depends on your API |
| Autonomous multi-file agent | Yes | Yes (CLI) |
| Plan mode | Yes | Limited |
| Runs in | Browser app, launched from terminal | Terminal |
| Bring your own model | Yes | Yes (required) |
| Extensible (skills · plugins · MCP) | Yes | Limited |
| Platform | Windows (more soon) | Cross-platform |
Terminal launch, browser workspace
Like Aider, you start FreeCoder from the terminal. Unlike Aider, it opens a polished UI and includes the model for free. You also get plan mode, subagents and skills out of the box. Windows-only for now.
Get started free
You're one command away. On Windows, paste this into PowerShell:
irm https://freecoder.space/install.ps1 | iexThen run freecoder and open your project. Full steps in the getting-started guide.
Pick FreeCoder if you love Aider's flow but want the model included free and a nicer UI.
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irm https://freecoder.space/install.ps1 | iex — then follow the getting-started guide. Free, unlimited, no card.