The open-source AI editor that gives you full control.
Bring any local LLM or API. No black boxes.
A development environment designed from the ground up to integrate deterministic code with probabilistic AI generation.
Switch between OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral, or Ollama instantly. Configure per-project or per-file.
Your code never leaves your machine unless you want it to. Full support for offline, local LLM inference.
Cherry indexes your entire codebase locally using vector embeddings for accurate RAG without API fees.
Drop-in replacement for VS Code.
Automatically migrates your VS Code extensions and settings.
Set your API keys or point to a local inference server port.
Use Cmd+K to generate, Cmd+L to chat. Stay in the flow.
| Feature | Cherry IDE | Standard AI Editors |
|---|---|---|
| Model Selection | Any (Local + Cloud) | Vendor Locked |
| Code Privacy | 100% Local Capable | Cloud Required |
| Telemetry | Opt-in Only | Always On |
| License | Open Source (MIT) | Proprietary |
Cherry IDE is a community effort to reclaim the developer experience. We build in public, ship daily, and listen to feedback.