Qwen Code
by QwenLM (Alibaba)
Open source coding agent in your terminal
Reviewed by the the30top research team · Last reviewed 2026-10-27
Overview
Qwen Code runs in the terminal with memory, skills, hooks, subagents and agent teams, plus MCP, LSP integration, a sandbox and git worktrees, and it has IDE plugins for VS Code, Zed and JetBrains. You configure your own provider and key, and it works with OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini and Qwen APIs or local models through Ollama or vLLM. It is free software but offers no hosted free inference, and the repository does not describe enterprise support or compliance.
Our verdict
A feature-rich free agent for hands-on developers. Plan to supply your own models and governance.
Best for
Developers who want a free, scriptable terminal agent with strong extensibility.
Avoid if
You need vendor support, SSO or published compliance reports.
Pros
- Apache-2.0 licensed and free
- Rich agent features including subagents and MCP
- Works with major providers and local models
Cons
- No hosted free tier
- No stated enterprise support or compliance
- Company and funding details are not given
Key capabilities
Frequently asked questions
Is Qwen Code free?
Yes, it is open source under Apache-2.0. You configure your own provider and API key, and the repository does not describe a free hosted tier.
Which models can Qwen Code use?
OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini and Qwen APIs, plus third-party providers or local models through Ollama or vLLM.
Does Qwen Code support MCP?
Yes. It supports MCP, Plan Mode, LSP integration and subagents.