Added Oct 28, 2026
Zed
Freemium · $10/moFast Rust code editor with built-in AI agents and edit predictions
What is Zed?
Zed is a code editor written in Rust that focuses on speed and real-time collaboration. It includes an agent panel, edit predictions and support for external agents such as Claude Code through the Agent Client Protocol. It runs on macOS, Windows and Linux.
The free Personal plan gives a monthly allowance of edit predictions and lets you bring your own API keys or local models. Pro adds unlimited predictions and a small monthly token credit for hosted models, with extra usage billed at list price plus a margin. Multiplayer editing lets teammates work in the same buffer.
Features
- Agent panel
- Edit predictions
- External agents via ACP
- Real-time collaboration
- Bring your own key
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Organization
Zed Industries
🇺🇸 United States
Listed by kitio.ai · unverified owner
Pricing
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Paid options from
- $10/mo
- Billing frequency
- Monthly
Zed plans
Personal
Free
- Free forever
- Use your own API keys or external agents
Pro
$10/mo
- Unlimited edit predictions
- $5 of tokens included
- Usage billing beyond $5
- 14-day free trial
Business
$30/mo
- Per seat
- Org-wide AI model policies
- Data governance controls
- Role-based access controls
Prices in USD, checked Oct 28, 2026. Plans change often, so confirm on the Zed site.Official pricing
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Very fast and light on memory
- Works with your own keys or local models
- Open-source editor core
Cons
- Smaller extension ecosystem than VS Code
- Hosted model usage is billed on top
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What is Zed?
Zed is a code editor written in Rust that focuses on speed and real-time collaboration. It includes an agent panel, edit predictions and support for external agents such as Claude Code through the Agent Client Protocol. It runs on macOS, Windows and Linux.
How much does Zed cost?
Zed is freemium, with paid plans from $10/mo.
Is there a free version of Zed?
Yes. Zed has a free plan, and paid plans add more usage and features.
What are the main features of Zed?
Agent panel, Edit predictions, External agents via ACP, Real-time collaboration, Bring your own key.
Who makes Zed?
Zed is made by Zed Industries.
What are the best alternatives to Zed?
Popular alternatives include Visual Studio Code, Cursor, Kiro.