AI Code & Developer Tools
Refact.ai
Open-source AI coding assistant with self-hosting and a free cloud tier.
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DEV-TOP · horizontalWhat it does
Refact.ai combines inline code completion, chat, and agentic multi-file editing in one open-source tool that you can self-host for full privacy or use via its free-tier cloud service, with support for plugging in your own model.
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Free tier reality
Free tier includes a monthly allowance of AI completions and chat messages on the hosted version; the underlying engine is open source and free to self-host.
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DEV-MID · rectangleKey features
- Open source, self-hostable
- Inline completion + chat + agent modes
- IDE plugins for VS Code and JetBrains
- Bring-your-own-model option
Best for
- Developers who want the option to self-host their AI coding assistant
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DEV-BOTTOM · horizontalRefact.ai FAQ
Questions about this tool
Is Refact.ai free?
Yes — Free tier includes a monthly allowance of AI completions and chat messages on the hosted version; the underlying engine is open source and free to self-host.
What is Refact.ai best for?
Developers who want the option to self-host their AI coding assistant
What platforms does Refact.ai run on?
Refact.ai is available on: desktop, api.