Comparison
| Tool | Price from | Free plan | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
 Zed | 10 USD/mo | yes | Website & app builders |
 JetBrains Air | 100 EUR/yr | ? | Website & app builders |
 Replit | 20 USD/mo | yes | Website & app builders |
 Lovable | 25 EUR/mo | yes | Website & app builders |
 Augment Code | 20 USD/mo | no | Website & app builders |
 Factory | 20 USD/mo | ? | Website & app builders |
 Amp | not listed | ? | Website & app builders |
 Gemini Code Assist | 0.031232 USD | no | Website & app builders |
 Base44 | 16 USD/mo | yes | Website & app builders |
Each alternative in short
1. JetBrains Air
One system for building software with agents, working with Claude, Codex, Junie, Copilot and other ACP-compatible agents, for developers and teams.
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
2. Replit
AI platform where you describe an app or website in plain language and it builds, hosts and publishes it, with no coding needed.
Yes, there is a free plan. Free Mode lets you brainstorm and create without token costs; the first prompt is free and Free Mode allows up to 30 hours of chat and 60 projects on the Core plan.
3. Lovable
Describe an app, website or internal tool in plain language and Lovable builds it, with hosting and backend included.
Yes, there is a free plan. The homepage invites you to start for free ("Get started for free"). Plan details are not shown in the provided text.
4. Augment Code
Platform for building an always-on AI software factory that runs agents across the SDLC for engineering teams.
No - according to the vendor, it is paid only.
5. Factory
Autonomous AI coding agents (Droids) that plan, build, review and ship software for startups and enterprises.
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
6. Amp
Coding agent and dev environment where agents keep working in cloud orbs after you close your laptop, for developers building software.
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
7. Gemini Code Assist
AI coding assistant from Google for developer teams and businesses, offering code completion, chat and agents in IDEs and the terminal.
No - according to the vendor, it is paid only.
8. Base44
No-code AI platform that turns plain-language ideas into working apps, websites and AI agents, with backend and hosting included.
Yes, there is a free plan. Free plan with no credit card needed, including monthly credits, all core features, built-in integrations, authentication system and database functionality. Unlimited number of apps is listed on the paid plans.
FAQ
What is the best alternative to Zed?
The most popular option in the same category is JetBrains Air. See the comparison table above.