Tool
B

Kiro

AWS-backed agentic IDE built around spec-driven development.

Official site: kiro.dev Free tier: Yes Open source: No Platforms: Desktop IDE, CLI
Last verified: Oct 15, 2026 Last tested: Not yet, hands-on test pending
⚠ Preliminary, based on public research, hands-on test pending. These scores come from a desk review of public sources (official pricing pages, docs, changelogs), linked on each tool page. Rex hasn't run the hands-on tests yet, so tiers shown are projected. Under our rubric, a tool's official tier is capped at B until it's tested.

What looks good

  • Spec-driven workflow: requirements, design and task lists before code
  • Clear credit pricing with fine-grained tiers

Watch-outs

  • Small free allowance (50 credits)
  • Spec-first flow can feel heavy for quick hacks (to be verified in testing)

From public sources below, not from our own hands-on testing (yet).

Scores

Rank #8 · projected tier B · official tier B (untested cap) · ⚠ Preliminary

Spec-first workflow is a distinct playstyle. Clear credit tiers, small free allowance.

Output quality on the job test 24/35
Speed & friction 11/15
Value / price 11/15
Control & ownership 6/10
Momentum & community 7/10
Reliability & trust 8/10
Builder-fit 4/5
Total71/100

Pricing as found Oct 15, 2026

PlanPriceNotes
Free$050 credits
Pro$20/mo1,000 credits
Pro+$40/mo2,000 credits
Pro Max$100/mo5,000 credits
Power$200/mo10,000 credits
Add-on credits$0.04/creditValid 12 months

Prices in USD, excluding tax. Vendors change pricing often; check the official page before buying.

Sources

  1. Kiro pricing (kiro.dev)
  2. Kiro docs: billing (kiro.dev)

Accessed Oct 15, 2026. Spot an error? Request a correction.