Best CLI AI Coding Agents
Terminal-first coding agents are best when you want repo-level edits, scriptable workflows, and less IDE lock-in.
| # | Agent | Score | Type | Price | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Claude Code | 86 | CLI | $20/mo+ | deep terminal workflows and complex multi-step refactors |
| 2 | Codex | 84 | CLI | $20/mo+ | OpenAI ecosystem workflows, terminal automation, and CI-style editing |
| 3 | AiderOS | 60 | CLI | Free agent | git-native terminal editing and experienced open-source users |
| 4 | OpenCodeOS | 53 | CLI | Free agent | provider-flexible terminal coding with open-source control |
| 5 | Oh-My-CodexOS | 47 | CLI | Free agent | open-source Codex enhancements |
| 6 | Qwen CodeOS | 45 | CLI | Free agent | Qwen-first open-source CLI workflows |
| 7 | GooseOS | 43 | CLI | Free agent | MCP-compatible local automation |
| 8 | Gemini CLI | 40 | CLI | Free | legacy Google CLI workflows |
| 9 | Hermes AgentOS | 39 | CLI | Free agent | skills-based terminal experimentation |
| 10 | Antigravity CLI | 35 | CLI | TBD | Google terminal-agent exploration |
| 11 | Pi AgentOS | 35 | CLI | Free agent | minimal-token terminal use |
How to read this: Agent pages score the wrapper and workflow. Stack pages score agent plus model combinations.
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