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Roo Code alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Roo Code: extension shut down in May 2026, and no updates or fixes from the original team. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Roo Code, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Cline currently ranks first.

Roo Code has been discontinued. The extension was shut down on 15 May 2026; the team now builds Roomote.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Cline logoClineOpen sourceYesmacOS, Windows, Linux4 of 481.5
2Kilo Code logoKilo CodeOpen sourceYesmacOS, Windows, Linux +14 of 462.6
3OpenCode logoOpenCodeOpen sourceYesmacOS, Windows, Linux +14 of 459.6
  1. Cline logo

    1. ClineTop pick

    Best for: Developers who want a transparent, open-source agent and to pick and pay for their own models

    Open sourcemacOS, Windows, Linux

    81.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Roo Code

    The project Roo Code was forked from, and the migration path Roo recommends.

    Pros

    • Free and open source with no seat fees
    • Works with nearly any model provider, including local ones
    • Approval step before every file change or command

    Cons

    • Token costs can climb fast with expensive models
    • Approving every step slows down long tasks
    • Team features need the paid Enterprise tier
    Visit Cline Compare with Roo CodeDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Cline a good Roo Code alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price for individuals
    Free, pay only for inference
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cline.bot(opens source in a new tab)
    Seat fees
    None for the open-source version
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cline.bot(opens source in a new tab)
    Model providers
    Anthropic, Gemini, OpenAI, OpenRouter, Bedrock and more
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cline.bot(opens source in a new tab)
    CLI
    npm i -g cline
    Checked Oct 25, 2026docs.cline.bot(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Kilo Code logo

    2. Kilo Code

    Best for: Developers who want an open-source agent with many models and no token markup

    Open sourcemacOS, Windows, Linux, Web

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Roo Code

    Builds on Roo's code and is actively maintained, with familiar modes.

    Pros

    • Free, open-source extensions for VS Code and JetBrains
    • 500+ models at provider prices, or your own keys
    • Same agent across IDE, CLI, cloud and Slack

    Cons

    • Fast release pace means frequent UI changes
    • Many modes and settings to learn
    • You still pay per token, which can add up
    Visit Kilo Code Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Kilo Code a good Roo Code alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free tier
    Free and open source, usage billed separately
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kilo.ai(opens source in a new tab)
    Surfaces
    VS Code, JetBrains and CLI
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kilo.ai(opens source in a new tab)
    Models
    500+ with zero markup
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kilo.ai(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    5M+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026kilo.ai(opens source in a new tab)
  3. OpenCode logo

    3. OpenCode

    Best for: Terminal-first developers who want an open-source agent and freedom to switch models

    Open sourcemacOS, Windows, Linux, Web

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Roo Code

    Open-source and model-agnostic, if you're also open to the terminal.

    Pros

    • Free, open source and model-agnostic
    • Free built-in models to start without an account
    • Terminal, desktop, web and IDE versions

    Cons

    • Free models are limited and data is kept when you use them
    • Rapid releases can break configurations
    • Fewer enterprise controls than commercial agents
    Visit OpenCode Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is OpenCode a good Roo Code alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    100% free to use
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opencode.ai(opens source in a new tab)
    Free models
    Usable without an account
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opencode.ai(opens source in a new tab)
    Interfaces
    Terminal, desktop app and IDE extension
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opencode.ai(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026opencode.ai(opens source in a new tab)

The best Roo Code alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Cline logo

Best Roo Code alternative for most people

Cline

The project Roo Code was forked from, and the migration path Roo recommends.

Kilo Code logo

Best Roo Code alternative for a free option

Kilo Code

Builds on Roo's code and is actively maintained, with familiar modes.

OpenCode logo

Best Roo Code alternative for open source

OpenCode

Open-source and model-agnostic, if you're also open to the terminal.

Claude Code logo

Best Roo Code alternative for Mac

Claude Code

A commercial agent if you'd rather not manage API keys and forks.

Cline logo

Best Roo Code alternative for Windows

Cline

The project Roo Code was forked from, and the migration path Roo recommends.

Cline logo

Best Roo Code alternative for Linux

Cline

The project Roo Code was forked from, and the migration path Roo recommends.

Claude Code logo

Best Roo Code alternative for working in the browser

Claude Code

A commercial agent if you'd rather not manage API keys and forks.

Roo Code alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Roo Code?

Cline ranks first right now. The project Roo Code was forked from, and the migration path Roo recommends. Claude Code and Kilo Code follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Roo Code?

Yes. Cline (open source), Kilo Code (open source) and OpenCode (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Roo Code?

Yes: Cline, Kilo Code and OpenCode.

Which Roo Code alternatives work on Linux?

Cline, Claude Code, Kilo Code and OpenCode run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Roo Code?

The complaints we hear most: extension shut down in May 2026; no updates or fixes from the original team; cloud and router services are gone.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Roo Code, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.