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Kiro

An AI coding environment from AWS that turns requests into specifications, designs and task lists before writing code, with agent hooks.

PricingFreemium

CategoryCoding & App Builders

Last checkedNov 2026

What is Kiro?

Kiro is an AI IDE from AWS. Instead of jumping straight into code, it can turn a request into requirements, a technical design and a task list, then implement the tasks step by step.

Agent hooks automate jobs such as updating tests or docs when files change. It also supports quick chat-based coding. Plans and limits have changed since launch, so check the current offer.

Key features

SpecsRequirements, design and tasks.

Agent hooksAutomations triggered by events.

Chat codingQuick edits by conversation.

SteeringProject rules the agent follows.

How to get started

Download Kiro from kiro.dev.
Describe a feature and generate a spec.
Review the tasks before implementing.

Our take

A thoughtful option for building features with structure.

Best for

Structured feature development
Teams that want documentation
AWS users

Strengths

Spec-driven approach
Automations with agent hooks

Limits

Usage limits and pricing have changed
Slower for quick edits

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Questions

Is Kiro free?

Kiro has a free plan with usage limits. Paid plans unlock more usage and features.

What is Kiro best for?

Kiro is best for: Structured feature development, Teams that want documentation, and AWS users.

What are the best alternatives to Kiro?

Popular alternatives in Coding & App Builders include GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Replit, Lovable, and Bolt.new.

Pricing and features change often. Confirm details on the official Kiro website.