Kiro
AWS's agentic IDE that turns specs into code, with a free tier
What is Kiro?
Kiro is an agentic code editor from AWS that writes requirements and a design spec before generating code, then carries out the tasks it planned. It also supports hooks that run agents on events like saving a file. A free tier includes 50 credits and paid plans start at $20 a month.
Pros
- Spec-first workflow keeps changes traceable
- Agent hooks automate routine checks
- Free tier to try it
Cons
- Spec step feels slow for small fixes
- Credit-based limits
- Smaller extension and community ecosystem
Where Kiro ranks
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Kiro FAQ
What is Kiro?
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Kiro is an agentic code editor from AWS that writes requirements and a design spec before generating code, then carries out the tasks it planned. It also supports hooks that run agents on events like saving a file. A free tier includes 50 credits and paid plans start at $20 a month.
How much does Kiro cost?
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Kiro pricing starts at $20/mo, and there is a free plan. Free 50 credits; Pro $20, Pro+ $40, Pro Max $100, Power $200 per user. Check kiro.dev for current plans.
Is Kiro free?
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Yes. Kiro has a free plan, with paid plans for more usage.
Is Kiro an autonomous AI agent?
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We rate Kiro as "Task agent": completes tasks you hand it, then reports back.
What are the best Kiro alternatives?
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Popular alternatives to Kiro are Devin, GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Cline, Cursor.