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DEV-TOP · horizontalWhat it does
Continue is a free, open-source VS Code and JetBrains extension for AI autocomplete and chat that lets you plug in free or paid models of your choice, including local models, rather than locking you into one vendor.
This is a direct link to Continue — we don't currently earn anything from it.
Free tier reality
The extension itself is free and open source; you bring your own model (including free local models via Ollama).
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DEV-MID · rectangleKey features
- Open source
- Bring-your-own-model
- Inline autocomplete + chat
- Custom slash commands
Best for
- Developers who want full control over which AI model powers their assistant
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DEV-BOTTOM · horizontalContinue FAQ
Questions about this tool
Is Continue free?
Yes — The extension itself is free and open source; you bring your own model (including free local models via Ollama).
What is Continue best for?
Developers who want full control over which AI model powers their assistant
What platforms does Continue run on?
Continue is available on: desktop.