Warp is a modern terminal and agentic development environment that combines a fast command line with AI agents that can write code, run commands and debug problems for you.
Warp reimagines the terminal with an editor-like input, command blocks you can copy and share, and built-in AI. Its agents work with frontier and open-source models, and Warp Factories extend agent workflows into team tools.
Key features
- Modern terminal with editor-style input and command blocks
- Warp Agent for coding, debugging and running tasks from the terminal
- Access to frontier and open-source models, or bring your own
- Shareable workflows and notebooks for teams
- Warp Factories for agent workflows across team tools such as Microsoft Teams and Azure DevOps
- Available on macOS, Linux and Windows
Who it's for
Warp is for developers, DevOps engineers and teams who spend a lot of time in the terminal and want AI assistance built directly into it.
Common use cases
- Generating and explaining shell commands
- Letting an agent fix failing builds or tests
- Sharing runbooks and workflows with teammates
- Running agent-driven coding tasks from the command line
Pricing
According to Warp's pricing page:
- Free: $0 per month.
- Build: $20 per month, with $20 of agent usage included each month at API rates.
- Max: $200 per month, with $200 of agent usage included.
- Business: $50 per user per month for teams of up to 25 seats.
Additional agent usage can be purchased.
Alternatives
- Claude Code: Anthropic's terminal coding agent
- Cursor: AI code editor
- Zed: fast collaborative code editor with AI
FAQ
Is Warp free?
Yes. Warp has a Free plan at $0 per month; paid plans add more AI agent usage.
What is Warp used for?
Warp is used as a terminal for everyday command-line work, with AI agents that help write code, run commands and debug.
Is Warp available on Windows?
Yes. Warp runs on macOS, Linux and Windows.
Warp vs Claude Code: what's the difference?
Claude Code is a coding agent that runs inside your existing terminal, while Warp is a full terminal application with its own built-in agents and multi-model support.
How much does Warp cost?
Warp offers Free ($0), Build ($20 per month), Max ($200 per month) and Business ($50 per user per month) plans.
Can I use my own AI model in Warp?
Yes. Warp's Free plan lets you use Warp's AI or bring your own.