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Claude Code vs Kiro CLI: catalog facts
Claude Code	Kiro CLI
Paid Requires a paid Claude subscription or API credits.	Freemium Proprietary software from Amazon; usage is governed by Kiro's plans.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line	Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line
Works directly in a real repository, running commands and tests rather than only suggesting text Available in the terminal, IDEs, desktop and web from one subscription	Custom agents with predefined tool permissions and prompts Native MCP support and steering files
Requires a paid Claude plan or API credits It runs commands in your environment, so it needs supervision and permissions	Closed source Relies on hosted AI models, so it needs a network connection
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License: Proprietary
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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