OpenCode
coding
Open-source, terminal-first AI coding agent that works with any model provider
Pricing
Free
Rating
—
Votes
0
Head-to-head comparison
OpenCode vs Plandex
Compare OpenCode and Plandex side by side across pricing, features, ratings, pros, cons, best-fit use cases, and alternatives.
Plandex
coding
Open-source terminal AI coding agent built for large, multi-file projects
Pricing
Free plan
Rating
—
Votes
0
Feature comparison
Feature
OpenCode
Plandex
Category
coding
coding
Pricing
Free
Free plan
Free plan
API access
Mobile app
Browser extension
Team collaboration
Custom training
Self-hosted option
Offline mode
Multi-language support
OpenCode pros and cons
Free and open source under MIT
Model-agnostic across 75+ providers
Runs locally with data stored in SQLite
Plan-then-Build workflow keeps humans in control
Terminal-only, no graphical IDE
Steeper learning curve for non-CLI users
You manage and pay for model API keys yourself
Plandex pros and cons
Purpose-built for large, multi-file tasks
Cumulative diff sandbox keeps changes reviewable
Very large context via tree-sitter project maps
Model-agnostic across major and open providers
Terminal-only — no GUI or IDE integration
Hosted cloud service is being wound down in 2026
Requires bringing your own model API keys
Which one should you choose?
Best overall signal
Plandex
Selected using Toolglade popularity signals such as views and votes.
Best value signal
OpenCode
Selected using free-plan availability and engagement signals.
Best for
OpenCode
- Terminal-based coding
- Privacy-conscious teams
- BYOK workflows
- Experienced developers
- Privacy-focused teams
Plandex
- large multi-file coding tasks
- terminal-centric workflows
- reviewable AI changes
- Developers on large codebases
- Terminal-first engineers
FAQ
Is OpenCode better than Plandex?
It depends on your use case. Compare category fit, pricing, feature availability, and ratings before choosing.
Which tool has a free plan?
OpenCode and Plandex offer a free plan based on current Toolglade data.