Factory (Droid)
Agent-native 'Droids' for end-to-end software work.
Factory · checked Oct 22, 2026
What it is
Factory's Droids run in CLI and desktop apps, with cloud 'Droid Computers' on higher tiers, GitLab/GitHub integration and team billing.
Use cases
- →Teams delegating whole tickets
- →Self-hosted GitLab shops
- →Remote cloud agents
Pros
- +Strong enterprise/GitLab support
- +Desktop + CLI
- +Managed cloud computers for Droids
Cons
- −No free tier listed
- −Pricier entry for teams
Where it ranks
- #4 Best Coding Agents & CLI Agents
Mature team features (GitLab, cloud Droid Computers) for delegating whole tickets.
FAQ
How much does Factory (Droid) cost?
Pro $20/mo. Plus $100/mo (~5x Pro usage, Droid Computers). Max $200/mo (~10x). Teams $60/mo per team + $40/mo per seat. (As checked on 2026-10-22; confirm on https://factory.ai/pricing.)
What is Factory (Droid) best for?
#4 in Best Coding Agents & CLI Agents: Engineering teams.
What are the best alternatives to Factory (Droid)?
Claude Code (Anthropic's agentic coding tool for terminal, IDE and cloud); Amp (Frontier coding agent with cloud 'orbs' and BYO subscriptions); Devin (Devin Desktop, formerly Windsurf) (Agent command center IDE plus Devin cloud agents).
Is Factory (Droid) open source?
No, Factory (Droid) is a commercial product.