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Cody (Sourcegraph)

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Sourcegraph's Cody brings IDE-native AI code assistance built on deep codebase indexing, not just LLM completion.

$20/mo · Checked Nov 3, 2026

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Summary

Cody embeds AI-powered code search and generation directly into your editor, treating your entire codebase as context rather than relying solely on a language model's training data. It sits between GitHub Copilot (token-limited) and dedicated code search platforms, excelling at understanding interdependencies and suggesting refactors grounded in your actual code patterns. The free tier covers basic chat and search; paid plans start around $20/month for individuals and scale with team seats. The honest friction point: setup requires installing Sourcegraph infrastructure or connecting to an existing instance, making it less frictionless than drop-in competitors for solo developers.

Bottom line: *Use this if your codebase is large and interconnected; skip it if you need zero-friction AI completion on day one.*

Pricing Plans

Flat RateLast verified 1 day ago
Price
$20/mo

Enterprise plan

per month
$16,000/yr

One platform to understand, oversee, and evolve the world's most complex codebases. Built for enterprise scale.

  • Search and navigation across your entire codebase
  • AI-powered Deep Search
  • Batch Changes, Insights, and Monitoring
  • Full MCP Server, API, and CLI access
  • Covers major coding languages and code hosts
  • Single-tenant cloud
  • Enterprise-grade security and admin controls
  • 24u00d75 support with upgrade options
  • Volume pricing
  • Credits for AI features
  • Org-wide credit pooling
  • No monthly credit expiry
  • Customer success manager
  • Optional Premium support

View full pricing on sourcegraph.com →

Pricing may have changed since last verified. Check the official site for current plans.

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Pros

  • Advanced Code Search
  • Real-time Code Intelligence
  • Collaboration Features

Cons

  • Limited Free Tier Features
  • Complex Setup for Some Users

About

Platforms
Web, API
Languages
95+ languages
API Available
Yes
Self-Hosted
Yes

Best For

Who it's for

  • Navigation Assistance
  • Refactoring Tools

What it does well

  • Code Search
  • Code Navigation
  • Code Understanding

Integrations

GitHubGitLabBitbucketJiraSlacketc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cody (Sourcegraph) free?
Cody (Sourcegraph) is a paid tool ($20/mo). No permanent free tier is offered.
Does Cody (Sourcegraph) have an API?
Yes. Cody (Sourcegraph) exposes a developer API. See the official documentation at https://sourcegraph.com/cody for details.
Can I self-host Cody (Sourcegraph)?
Yes. Cody (Sourcegraph) supports self-hosting on your own infrastructure.
When was Cody (Sourcegraph) released?
Cody (Sourcegraph) was first released in 2023.
What platforms does Cody (Sourcegraph) support?
Cody (Sourcegraph) is available on: Web, API.
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Code changes that break hidden dependencies

Standard assistants often miss connections across files because they only process a limited slice of the project. Cody indexes the full codebase so search and generation stay grounded in actual patterns and interdependencies.

Core capabilities

The tool handles code search, navigation, and understanding inside the editor. Free tier access covers limited completions and chat messages per month using the Claude 3 Sonnet model. Paid plans start at $20 per month on a subscription basis.

Setup and reach

It works on web and API platforms with connections to GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Jira, and Slack. A 128K token context window is available, along with API access and a self-hosted option.

Advanced code search and real-time code intelligence stand out for teams that need refactoring suggestions drawn from their own patterns, though the free tier restricts features and setup can be complex for some users.

Who it is for / who should skip it

Developers who value code search, navigation assistance, and refactoring tools will find the strongest fit. Those who want simpler setup or fewer limits on the free tier should consider alternatives.

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