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    Free AI code editor from ByteDance. Now with SOLO mode for autonomous coding.

    8.9/10
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    Trae is ByteDance's AI-powered code editor built on VS Code foundations. In 2025 it added SOLO mode - a game-changing autonomous coding feature that handles complex multi-file tasks independently. Builder Mode for reliable edits, customizable MCP agent system, and access to Claude 3.5/3.7 Sonnet completely free. The 'planning-first' approach ensures higher AI accuracy. Best value proposition in the market: enterprise-grade AI for $0.

    Evaluation Scores
    Performance & Scalability
    8.5/10
    AI Precision
    8.5/10
    Ease of Use
    9/10
    Price/Quality
    10/10
    Pros
    • Completely FREE with Claude 3.5/3.7 Sonnet access
    • SOLO Mode: Autonomous AI that handles complex tasks independently
    • Builder Mode for reliable multi-file edits
    • Based on VS Code - familiar interface, easy migration
    • Customizable MCP agent system
    • 'Planning-first' approach for higher AI accuracy
    Cons
    • Still evolving (frequent updates)
    • Not a full-stack platform - focused on code editing
    • Integration with n8n is indirect (via generated code)
    Pricing
    PlanPriceFeatures
    Early AccessFreeAll features available at no cost
    Technical Features

    LLM Models

    Open

    Access to Claude 3.5 Sonnet or Claude 3.7 on the free tier, customizable agent system.

    Deployment

    Complex

    Local tool, requires manual deployment of generated code.

    Integration Level

    Low

    Standalone IDE, integration via generated code and APIs.

    Extra Features

    Built-in Hosting
    Custom Agents
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