Zed
High-performance open-source editor with built-in AI panel and agent support, free for personal use.
FreemiumFree plan
Zed is a fast, open-source code editor with an integrated AI panel, inline assistance, and support for external agents like Claude Code. The editor is free for personal use, with paid plans for AI features.
Key features
- Blazing-fast native editor
- Integrated AI panel and inline assist
- Works with external coding agents
- Open source and free for personal use
Strengths
- Performance and open source
- Free editor with real AI features
Limitations
- Smaller extension ecosystem than VS Code