Gemini CLI
Google's open-source AI agent for the terminal
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Gemini CLI is an open-source AI agent that lets you run Google Gemini models directly from the terminal.
- for
- Developers who work primarily in the command line and need AI assistance.
- pricing
- freemium
- license
- Apache-2.0
- v0.64.0-nightly.20261001.gc6bccb7ecRelease v0.64.0-nightly.20261001.gc6bccb7ec19 hours ago
- v0.64.0-nightly.20260930.g38700b4b3Release v0.64.0-nightly.20260930.g38700b4b32 days ago
- v0.63.0-preview.0Release v0.63.0-preview.02 days ago
Key features
- Free tier — 60 requests per minute and 1,000 requests per day with a personal Google account.
- Gemini 3 models — Access to Gemini 3 with improved reasoning and up to 1 M token context.
- Built-in tools — Google Search grounding, file operations, shell commands, and web fetching.
- MCP support — Model Context Protocol enables custom integrations and extensions.
- Multiple install methods — Install via npx, npm, Homebrew, MacPorts, or Anaconda.
- Open source — Released under the Apache 2.0 license.
Use cases
- Generate code snippets or refactor code directly from the terminal.
- Search the web for information and embed results into CLI workflows.
- Read, write, and manipulate local files using natural language commands.
- Run shell commands with AI-generated arguments or safety checks.
- Prototype AI-driven scripts without leaving the command line.
Gemini CLI vs alternatives
Claude Code | Aider | Cursor | OpenAI Codex | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Terminal-first AI agent | Anthropic-based terminal AI | Terminal pair-programming | AI-powered code editor | OpenAI-based coding agent |
| Pricing | Freemium | Subscription | Free | Subscription | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | — | — | — | — | — |
- Gemini CLI vs Claude Code: Claude Code is Anthropic’s terminal/IDE agent, while Gemini CLI uses Google’s Gemini models.
- Gemini CLI vs Aider: Aider focuses on AI pair-programming in the terminal, whereas Gemini CLI adds broader tools like web search and file ops.
- Gemini CLI vs Cursor: Cursor is an AI-enhanced code editor, not a CLI-only agent like Gemini CLI.
- Gemini CLI vs OpenAI Codex: OpenAI Codex provides OpenAI models for terminal and IDE, while Gemini CLI uses Google’s Gemini models.
Gemini CLI FAQ
How do I try Gemini CLI without installing it?+
Run `npx @google/gemini-cli` to execute the tool instantly without a global install.
What limits apply to the free tier?+
The free tier allows up to 60 requests per minute and 1,000 requests per day per personal Google account.
Can I extend Gemini CLI with my own tools?+
Yes, Gemini CLI supports MCP (Model Context Protocol) for custom integrations and extensions.
Which Gemini model versions are available?+
Gemini CLI provides access to the Gemini 3 series, which includes improved reasoning and a 1 M token context window.
Is the source code available for modification?+
The project is open source under the Apache 2.0 license, so you can view and modify the code.
Summarized by DevHunt from github.com · Oct 1, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
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