DOAGemini CLI
Google's coding agent for the terminal: it reads your project, edits files and runs commands. The cheapest way to try a Claude Code-style agent.
When it launched
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Languages
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Where it runs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Plans and price (guide)
Free with a personal Google account: 60 requests a minute and 1,000 a day, with Gemini 3 models. Open source.
What you can do
- Agent in the terminal
- Searches Google while it works
Pros
- Genuinely free
- Huge context for big projects
Limits and plans
- You need to be comfortable in a terminal
- On hard tasks Claude Code gets it right more often
What it is good for
- Developers who want an agent for free
How to get started with Gemini CLI
- It is free: you can try it without paying.
- It takes a little practice: try it on a real task of yours.
- If you get stuck, watch a video tutorial ↗
Alternatives to Gemini CLI
See all alternatives to Gemini CLI →
Comparisons
Gemini CLI: frequently asked questions
What is Gemini CLI for?
Google's coding agent for the terminal: it reads your project, edits files and runs commands. The cheapest way to try a Claude Code-style agent.
Is Gemini CLI free?
Yes. Free with a personal Google account: 60 requests a minute and 1,000 a day, with Gemini 3 models. Open source. Prices change: check the official site.
Which devices does Gemini CLI work on?
It works on Windows, Mac and Linux.
Is Gemini CLI hard to use?
It takes a little practice: try it on a real task of yours.
What are the alternatives to Gemini CLI?
The closest are Claude Code, Codex and Cursor. You can see them all on the alternatives to Gemini CLI page.