Cline by Cline Bot Inc. is listed as Freemium under IDE Extensions & Plugins on ai.dosa.dev. See the Cline review for features and verdict.
01Plans
Freemium
The agent is free for individuals with no seat fee; users pay for model inference via their own API keys or an optional $9.99/month ClinePass subscription (first month $4.99) for bundled open-weight models. Enterprise plans with JetBrains support and SSO are custom-priced.
Pricing changes often - verify on the official site.
02Who it's for
Best for
Developers who prioritize transparency, auditability, and the ability to choose specific models for different tasks without being locked into a single vendor's ecosystem.
Not ideal for
Users who prefer a predictable, flat-rate monthly billing experience or those who want a fully managed, one-click setup without needing to manage API keys or inference costs.
03Alternatives and their pricing
04FAQ
Is Cline free?+
Cline is Freemium. The agent is free for individuals with no seat fee; users pay for model inference via their own API keys or an optional $9.99/month ClinePass subscription (first month $4.99) for bundled open-weight models. Enterprise plans with JetBrains support and SSO are custom-priced. Check the official site for current plans.
Is Cline open source?+
Yes - Cline is open source. The agent is free for individuals with no seat fee; users pay for model inference via their own API keys or an optional $9.99/month ClinePass subscription (first month $4.99) for bundled open-weight models. Enterprise plans with JetBrains support and SSO are custom-priced.
How much does Cline cost?+
The agent is free for individuals with no seat fee; users pay for model inference via their own API keys or an optional $9.99/month ClinePass subscription (first month $4.99) for bundled open-weight models. Enterprise plans with JetBrains support and SSO are custom-priced. Pricing changes often - verify on the official site.
Who is Cline best for?+
Developers who prioritize transparency, auditability, and the ability to choose specific models for different tasks without being locked into a single vendor's ecosystem.
Who is Cline not ideal for?+
Users who prefer a predictable, flat-rate monthly billing experience or those who want a fully managed, one-click setup without needing to manage API keys or inference costs.
What are the best Cline alternatives?+
The closest Cline alternatives on ai.dosa.dev are GitHub Copilot, Junie, Gemini Code Assist - all listed under IDE Extensions & Plugins.
Who makes Cline?+
Cline is developed by Cline Bot Inc.. It is listed in the IDE Extensions & Plugins category on ai.dosa.dev.