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Open-source AI coding agent for the terminal, desktop and IDE.

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Is OpenCode free?

Yes, OpenCode has a free plan. What you get: Open-source agent (MIT license), free to install; use your own provider keys or subscription, and some OpenCode Zen models are free for a limited time. Watch out: free Zen models are free only for a limited time. Best for developers. Verified on opencode.ai.

Free plan at a glance

Includes
  • Open-source agent (MIT license), free to install; use your own provider keys or subscription, and some OpenCode Zen models are free for a limited time

Free and open source (MIT license). Some OpenCode Zen models are free for a limited time; other models are pay-as-you-go or come from your own provider.

Duration
Free forever

How to get it free

Self-host
  1. Install OpenCode with the install script, npm or Homebrew
  2. Run opencode in your project
  3. Connect a provider with your API key, or pick a free Zen model

Good to know

  • Free Zen models are free only for a limited time
  • Most models need your own provider API key or subscription
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Overview

OpenCode is an open-source (MIT) AI coding agent for the terminal, desktop and IDE. Connect 75+ LLM providers through Models.dev, including local models, or log in with your GitHub Copilot or ChatGPT Plus/Pro account.

Key features

  • LSP enabled
  • Multiple agents in parallel on one project
  • Share links to sessions
  • Use GitHub Copilot or ChatGPT Plus/Pro
  • 75+ LLM providers, including local models
  • Terminal, desktop app and IDE extension

Best for

Tasks
Write code with AI, Build AI agents
People
Developers

Limitations

  • Free Zen models are free only for a limited time and the list changes
  • Most models need your own API key, an existing subscription or a Zen balance

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FAQ

Is OpenCode free?
Yes. OpenCode has a free plan: Open-source agent (MIT license), free to install; use your own provider keys or subscription, and some OpenCode Zen models are free for a limited time. We last checked opencode.ai's pricing page on 2026-10-18.
What does the OpenCode free plan include?
Open-source agent (MIT license), free to install; use your own provider keys or subscription, and some OpenCode Zen models are free for a limited time. Source: https://opencode.ai/docs/zen/ (checked 2026-10-18).
How do I get OpenCode for free?
Steps: Install OpenCode with the install script, npm or Homebrew; Run opencode in your project; Connect a provider with your API key, or pick a free Zen model. Start at https://opencode.ai/docs (checked 2026-10-18).
Do I need an account to use OpenCode for free?
Not for the free option: the free route is to self-host OpenCode (Install OpenCode with the install script, npm or Homebrew). Checked 2026-10-18.
What's the catch with OpenCode's free plan?
Free Zen models are free only for a limited time. Most models need your own provider API key or subscription. Checked 2026-10-18.

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