When it launched

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Languages

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Where it runs

Windows · Mac · Linux · Browser

Plans and price (guide)

  • Included with Claude Pro, Max and team plans. Not on free chat.

What you can do

  • Terminal, IDE and web sessions
  • Project-level work

Pros

  • Strong on whole repos
  • Same model family as Claude chat

Limits and plans

  • You need a paid Claude plan
  • You must review the diff

What it is good for

  • Teams already on Claude

How to get started with Claude Code

  1. It is paid: check the plans on this page before you sign up.
  2. It takes a little practice: try it on a real task of yours.
  3. If you get stuck, watch a video tutorial ↗

Alternatives to Claude Code

Comparisons

Claude Code: frequently asked questions

What is Claude Code for?

Anthropic agent that reads the repo, edits files and can open a PR. Works in the terminal, the IDE and the web. Not just autocomplete.

Is Claude Code free?

No, it is paid. Included with Claude Pro, Max and team plans. Not on free chat. Prices change: check the official site.

Which devices does Claude Code work on?

It works on Windows, Mac, Linux and Browser.

Is Claude Code hard to use?

It takes a little practice: try it on a real task of yours.

What are the alternatives to Claude Code?

The closest are Cursor, Codex, GitHub Copilot and Gemini CLI. You can see them all on the alternatives to Claude Code page.