Trae
by ByteDance
FreemiumFree AI-powered IDE by ByteDance with built-in coding assistant
Overview
Trae is a free AI-powered integrated development environment (IDE) built by ByteDance. Based on a VS Code foundation, it offers a familiar editing experience enhanced with built-in AI capabilities including code completion, chat-based coding assistance, and an agentic Builder mode that can handle complex multi-file tasks autonomously.
What sets Trae apart is its generous free tier — users get access to powerful AI models including Claude and GPT-4o at no cost. The Builder mode can scaffold projects, implement features across multiple files, and run terminal commands, functioning as a capable AI coding partner rather than just an autocomplete tool.
Trae is ideal for developers who want AI coding assistance without paying for Cursor or GitHub Copilot subscriptions. It supports all major programming languages and frameworks through its VS Code extension ecosystem.
Pricing
- 5,000 autocompletions per month
- Limited premium model access (10 fast + 50 slow requests)
- Access to Claude, GPT-4o, and DeepSeek R1
- More autocompletions and faster model access for light usage
- 600 fast requests/month to premium models
- Zero rate limits
- Enhanced agentic workflow
- First month promotional at $3