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Aider vs SWE-agent

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AiderSWE-agent
LanguagePythonPython
LicenceApache-2.0MIT
Stars49k20k
Latestv0.86.0v1.1.0
Last push2026-05-222026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 26 days between releasesabout 90 days between releases
Active contributors0 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days2 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Claude Code. Alternatives to Claude Code →

    PartialAiderPair programming in the terminal that commits each edit to git, and runs commands only when asked.

    PartialSWE-agentTakes a GitHub issue and works on a fix with the model of your choice, aimed at autonomous runs rather than interactive sessions.