Compare workflows
Tools are listed alphabetically. That order is not a ranking and it is not a score. Differences come from each tool's sourced summary.
| Workflow | Aider | Claude Code | Continue | Cursor | GitHub Copilot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | Pair program with models in a terminal, with repository mapping, Git integration, linting, and testing. | Read repositories, edit files, run commands, and implement or debug features with an agent. | Use customizable AI agents, chat, edits, and autocomplete in VS Code or JetBrains. | Work with an AI coding agent on project files in an editor or terminal. | Suggest code, explain repositories, review changes, and work on assigned tasks. |
| Choose when | Terminal pair programming with a model you select; review automatic commits. | Terminal-first multi-file repository work. | Open-source assistant in an existing editor; model configuration is still needed. | Existing codebase and direct development workflow. | Work already centered on GitHub and your editor; capabilities depend on plan, client, and policies. |
| Tasks | Change an existing codebase, Debug code and run tests | Change an existing codebase, Debug code and run tests | Change an existing codebase | Change an existing codebase, Debug code and run tests | Change an existing codebase, Review AI-generated changes |