Back to Directory
Top 7 Alternatives to Kiro in 2025
The best alternatives to Kiro are Claude Code (98/100), Cursor (96/100), and Windsurf (91/100). Each offers different strengths: Claude Code for terminal-native agentic workflows, Cursor for polished IDE experience, and Windsurf for multi-file editing.
Quick Comparison: Kiro Alternatives
| Tool | Score | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claude Code | 98/100 | Agentic Coding, Complex Refactoring | Varies |
| Cursor | 96/100 | AI-Native Development, Code Refactoring | $20/mo |
| GitHub Copilot | 94/100 | Code Completion, IDE Integration | $10/mo |
| Windsurf | 91/100 | Agentic Workflows, Large Codebases | Varies |
| Google Antigravity | 91/100 | Multi-Agent Orchestration, Agentic Workflows | Varies |
| JetBrains AI Assistant | 90/100 | JetBrains IDE Users, Enterprise | $10/mo |
| Sourcegraph Cody | 89/100 | Enterprise Codebases, Code Search | $59/user/mo |
Which Alternative Should You Choose?
Choose Claude Code if...
- You want the highest-scoring agentic tool (98/100)
- You prefer terminal-native workflows
- You need 200K token context for large codebases
Choose Cursor if...
- You want a polished VS Code-like IDE experience
- You prefer visual multi-file editing
- You want to import VS Code extensions
Choose Google Antigravity if...
- You want multi-agent orchestration (Manager View)
- You need parallel agent execution
- You're in the Google Cloud ecosystem