What is Kilo?
Kilo offers a comprehensive suite of AI tools designed for developers and knowledge workers. The platform includes Kilo Code, an open-source coding agent that integrates with VS Code, JetBrains, and CLI environments, providing specialized modes for coding, architecture, debugging, and custom workflows. KiloClaw serves as a hosted AI assistant that runs continuously in the background, automating tasks like email management, calendar coordination, and web browsing through connections to Slack, Telegram, or Discord.
The platform connects to over 500 AI models through Kilo Gateway, allowing users to leverage various AI providers without vendor lock-in. Enterprise-grade security features ensure data privacy, while flexible pricing options include free tiers, subscription plans, and pay-as-you-go models. Kilo supports both individual developers and teams with collaboration tools, centralized billing, and advanced management capabilities.
Features
- Open Source Coding Agent: VS Code, JetBrains, and CLI integration with 6 agent modes for different workflows
- 24/7 AI Assistant: Hosted personal AI agent that automates email, calendar, and web browsing tasks
- Multi-Platform Connectivity: Works with Slack, Telegram, Discord, and web interfaces
- Model Flexibility: Access to 500+ AI models through Kilo Gateway with no vendor lock-in
- Enterprise Security: Advanced security features with data privacy controls and compliance options
- Cloud Agents: Remote AI agents for code review and automated workflows
- Team Collaboration: Shared agent modes, centralized billing, and usage analytics for teams
Use Cases
- Automating repetitive coding tasks and code generation
- Managing email inboxes and calendar scheduling automatically
- Debugging and fixing code issues with AI assistance
- Planning software architecture and feature development
- Automating workflow tasks through AI agents
- Team collaboration on coding projects with shared AI resources
- Personal productivity enhancement through AI task management
FAQs
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What IDEs does Kilo support?
Kilo supports VS Code, JetBrains IDEs (including IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, WebStorm), and CLI environments. -
How does Kilo handle code privacy?
Kilo provides enterprise-grade security features with data privacy controls and compliance options to ensure code privacy. -
How do Cloud Agents work?
Cloud Agents are remote AI agents that run in the cloud for tasks like code review and automated workflows, accessible through Kilo's platform. -
What makes Kilo different from tools like Cursor?
Kilo offers both coding assistance and 24/7 personal AI assistants, connects to 500+ models, provides open-source tools, and supports team collaboration features.
