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The Open Source AI Coding Assistant for serious work.

Specialized modes stay on task and ship great code.
Fully model-agnostic so you can use the best (or most cost-effective) model for each task.

Stop chasing this week's hot new model or CLI tool and go deep with Roo Code.

Helping teams ship more at

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Power and flexibility to get stuff done.

The features you need to build, debug and ship faster – without compromising quality.

  • Specialized modes

    Planning, Architecture, Debugging and beyond: Roo's modes stay on-task and deliver. They even know when to hand off work to other modes. Create your own or download from the marketplace.

  • Model-agnostic

    Use the Roo Code cloud Provider, bring your own provider key or even run local inference — no markup, lock-in, no restrictions.

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  • Granular auto-approval

    Control each action and make Roo as autonomous as you want as you build confidence. Or go YOLO and let it rip.

  • Large task coordination

    Orchestrator mode handles large tasks by coordinating tasks for other agents, running for hours and delivering.

  • Performant with large codebases

    Configurable integrated semantic search for quicker retrieval in large codebases.

  • Highly customizable

    Fine-tune settings for Roo to work for you, like inference context, model properties, slash commands and more. Most settings can be global or serialized in your repository.

  • Proudly open source

    Community-driven and fully auditable: no throttling or surprises about what's happening behind the scenes.

  • Secure and private by design

    Client-only architecture means no code leaves your machine unless you say so. SOC 2 Type II compliant.

More than 1 million people are shipping with Roo.

And they have some great things to say.

Roo Code is an absolute game-changer! 🚀 It makes coding faster, easier, and more intuitive with its smart AI-powered suggestions, real-time debugging, and automation features. The seamless integration with VS Code is a huge plus, and the constant updates ensure it keeps getting better

Luca

Easily the best AI code editor. Roo Code has the best features and capabilities, along with the best development team. I swear, they're the fastest to support new models and implement useful functionality whenever users mention it... simply amazing.

Taro Woollett-Chiba

AI Product Lead at Vendidit

Roo Code is one of the most inspiring projects I have seen for a long time. It shapes the way I think and deal with software development.

Can Nuri

I switched from Windsurf to Roo Code in January and honestly, it's been a huge upgrade. Windsurf kept making mistakes and being dumb when I ask it for things. Roo just gets it. Projects that used to take a full day now wrap up before lunch.

Michael

By far the best coding tool I have used. Looking forward to where this goes in the future. Also, their Discord is an excellent resource with many knowledgeable users sharing their discoveries.

Darien Hardin

I've tried Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, Trae and others, and although using RooCode with OpenRouter is more expensive, it is also far more effective. Its agents and initial setup, and learning how to use Code/Architect/Orchestrator, help a great deal in developing quality projects.

Wiliam Azzam

Definitely the best AI coding agent extension.

Matěj Zapletal

We tried the rest, now we are using the best. The alternatives are more restrictive. I didn't use competitors for a reason. This team is killing it.

Ali Davachi

I work inside Roo about 60+ hours a week and usually roo is building something at all hours of the day. An amazing tool by an amazing team!

Ryan Booth

i spent a fortune trying to dial in various tools to get them to work the way i want, and then i found roocode. customizable for your flavors on your terms. this is what i always wanted.

Matthew Martin

The BEST. Super fast, no-nonsense, UI that makes sense, many API provider choices, responsive, helpful developer community.

Edwin Jacques

Roo Code is impressively capable while staying refreshingly simple. It integrates seamlessly into VS Code and handles everything from generating code to refactoring with accuracy and speed. It feels like a natural part of the workflow—no clutter, just results. Extra points for the flexibility of the different agents and the ability to customize them to fit the job.

Sean McCann

Absolutely amazing extension. I had tried Cursor previously, and this just beats it hands down. I've used it for several large projects now, and it is now my go-to for creating things that would normally take weeks or months. Highly recommended.

Colin Tate

I've used all the IDEs and all the assistants - Roo Code is hands down the best of them. It's also one of the few that lets you bring your own API keys - no subscriptions required, just pay as you need/go! Fantastic team and support as well!

Michael Scott

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Roo Code and how it can transform your development workflow.

Roo Code is an open-source, AI-powered coding assistant that runs in VS Code. It goes beyond simple autocompletion by reading and writing across multiple files, executing commands, and adapting to your workflow—like having a whole dev team right inside your editor.
Roo Code is open-source and fully customizable, letting you integrate any AI model you choose (e.g, OpenAI, Anthropic, local LLMs, etc.). It's built for multi-file edits, so it can read, refactor, and update multiple files at once for holistic code changes. Its agentic abilities go beyond a typical AI autocomplete, enabling it to run tests, open a browser, and handle deeper tasks. And you're always in control: Roo Code is permission-based, meaning you can control and approve any file changes or command executions.
Yes! Roo Code is completely free and open-source. You'll only pay for the AI model usage if you use a paid API (like OpenAI). If you choose free or self-hosted models, there's no cost at all.
Yes. Because Roo Code is an extension in your local VS Code, your code never leaves your machine unless you connect to an external AI API. Even then, you control exactly what is sent to the AI model. You can use tools like .rooignore to exclude sensitive files, and you can also run Roo Code with offline/local models for full privacy.
Roo Code is fully model-agnostic, giving you the flexibility to work with whatever AI models you prefer. It supports OpenAI models (like GPT-4o, GPT-4, and o1), Anthropic's Claude (including Claude 3.5 Sonnet), Google's Gemini models, and local LLMs via APIs or specialized plugins. You can even connect any other model that follows Roo Code's Model Context Protocol (MCP).
Likely yes! Roo Code supports a wide range of languages—Python, Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, Rust, etc. Since it leverages the AI model's understanding, new or lesser-known languages may also work, depending on model support.
Install Roo Code from the VS Code Marketplace (or GitHub). Add your AI keys (OpenAI, Anthropic, or other) in the extension settings. Open the Roo panel (the rocket icon) in VS Code, and start typing commands in plain English! Watch our tutorial to help you get started.
Absolutely. Roo Code uses efficient strategies (like partial-file analysis, summarization, or user-specified context) to handle large codebases. Enterprises especially appreciate the on-prem or self-hosted model option for compliance and security needs. Learn more about Roo Code for enterprise.
Yes. Roo Code was built for enterprise environments. You can self-host AI models or use your own trusted provider. All file changes and commands go through permission gating, so nothing runs without your approval. And because Roo Code is fully open-source, it's auditable—you can review exactly how it works before deploying it. Learn more about Roo Code for enterprise.
Yes! One of Roo Code's biggest strengths is its ability to execute commands—always optional and fully permission-based. It can run terminal commands like npm install, execute your test suites, and even open a web browser for integration testing when you approve it.
Roo Code shines for both serious enterprise development and casual "vibe coding." You can ask it to quickly prototype ideas, refactor on the fly, or provide design suggestions—without a rigid, step-by-step process.
Yes, please do! Roo Code is open-source on GitHub. Submit issues, suggest features, or open a pull request. There's also an active community on Discord and Reddit if you want to share feedback or help others.
Check out our official documentation for both a quick-start set up and advanced guides. You can also get community support on Discord and Reddit. You can also check out our YouTube tutorials and blog posts from fellow developers showcasing real-world usage.

Install Roo Code now

Install from the VS Code Marketplace or the CLI in minutes, then bring your own AI model.
Roo Code is also compatible with all VSCode forks.

From VS Code Marketplace1.08M Downloads
or via CLI
code --install-extension RooVeterinaryInc.roo-cline