Zed v1.25.2
Adds GPT-6 Astra and Claude models on Bedrock, smaller binaries on all platforms, and bug fixes.
Verdict: Zed users on Bedrock; others can just auto-update.
Zed
Fast, Rust-built editor with first-class external agents.
Zed Industries · open source · checked Oct 22, 2026
What it is
Zed is a high-performance collaborative editor. Free forever with your own API keys or external agents (Claude Agent, Codex CLI, etc.); Pro adds hosted models and unlimited edit predictions.
Use cases
- →Developers who want speed over plugins
- →Running Claude/Codex agents inside a native editor
- →Pairing/multiplayer
Pros
- +Very fast native editor
- +Free with your own keys or agents
- +Weekly releases
Cons
- −Smaller extension ecosystem than VS Code
- −SSO/SCIM not yet available
Where it ranks
- #4 Best AI Code Editors & IDEs
Fastest editor here and free with your own keys or external agents like Claude Agent and Codex.
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FAQ
How much does Zed cost?
Personal $0 forever (BYO keys/agents). Pro $10/mo incl. $5 of tokens, usage beyond at API list +10%. Business $30/seat/mo. 14-day Pro trial. (As checked on 2026-10-22; confirm on https://zed.dev/pricing.)
What is Zed best for?
#4 in Best AI Code Editors & IDEs: Performance-focused developers, BYO model.
What are the best alternatives to Zed?
Cursor (AI-first code editor with local and cloud agents); Devin (Devin Desktop, formerly Windsurf) (Agent command center IDE plus Devin cloud agents); GitHub Copilot (VS Code, CLI, cloud agent) (Copilot in your editor, terminal and GitHub).
Is Zed open source?
Yes, Zed is open source (or has an open-source core).