Orbit vs OpenCode
OpenCode is an open-source coding agent for the terminal — multi-model, multi-provider, free. Orbit is a native development environment with a visual agent. Different tools for different workflows.
At a glance
Open-source AI coding CLI built in Go. Supports 75+ model providers including Claude, GPT, Gemini, and local models. Terminal UI with LSP integration. Free and MIT-licensed.
Native desktop app (Tauri + React). One agent across editor, browser, terminal, and docs. The agent takes screenshots of your running app. Claude only for V1.
Key differences
Terminal UI (Bubble Tea TUI). Also available as a desktop app and IDE extensions.
Native desktop app with visual UI. Editor, embedded browser, terminal, and vault — all in one window.
75+ providers — Claude, GPT, Gemini, local models, Groq, Bedrock, and more. No vendor lock-in.
Claude only for V1. Multi-model support is on the roadmap.
No built-in browser. The agent works on code and terminal commands.
Embedded browser. The agent takes screenshots, navigates, clicks, and fills forms. Click any element, describe the change.
Fully open-source (MIT license). Contribute, fork, self-host. Community-driven development.
Closed source. Proprietary development environment.
Core CLI is free. You pay only for model API costs. Optional paid tiers ($10-200/mo) for hosted model access.
Free during early access. Sign in with Claude (any plan) or bring your own API key.
macOS, Windows, Linux. Works everywhere.
macOS only (Apple Silicon). Windows and Linux coming.
Where OpenCode is better
Multi-model. Use any model from any provider — Claude, GPT, Gemini, local models, or your own fine-tunes. Orbit is Claude-only for V1.
Open source. MIT-licensed. Inspect the code, contribute, fork, self-host. No vendor lock-in at any level.
Cross-platform. Works on macOS, Windows, and Linux. Orbit is macOS only.
Free core. The tool itself is completely free. You only pay for model API costs, and you can use free local models for zero cost.
LSP integration. Built-in Language Server Protocol support for code intelligence across many languages.
Where Orbit is different
The agent sees your running app. Embedded browser with screenshots, navigation, and click-to-select. OpenCode's agent works on code but can't see the visual result.
Full development environment. Editor, browser, terminal, and vault in one window. OpenCode is a terminal tool — you need a separate editor and browser.
Built for non-developers too. Founders, PMs, and vibe coders can describe what they want and direct the agent. OpenCode assumes terminal comfort.
Vault for context. Drop docs, designs, and references into the vault. The agent reads them alongside your code for richer context.
The honest take
OpenCode is the open-source alternative for developers who want multi-model flexibility and no vendor lock-in. If you value open source, want to use local models, or need cross-platform support, OpenCode is a strong choice.
If you want the agent to see your running app and you prefer a visual development environment over a terminal, try Orbit. The embedded browser and vault give the agent context that terminal tools don't have.
Free during early access
Sign in with your Claude account or bring your own API key.