Cline free tier: how far you get
Cline free tier: Cline is free for individuals; you pay only for inference. OpenRouter ':free' models cost $0 but are rate-limited.. In our 2026-10-16 test: $0 per bugfix run on a free OpenRouter model.
Based on our own test on 2026-10-16 (3 runs) and the official pricing page (checked 2026-10-16).
What the free plan includes
Cline is free for individuals; you pay only for inference. OpenRouter ':free' models cost $0 but are rate-limited.
What our test used
$0 per bugfix run on a free OpenRouter model.
How far that gets you
Not enough data to estimate.
Paid plans
Extension free; Teams $20/user/mo (first 10 seats free); Enterprise custom
FAQ
Is Cline free?
Yes: free for individuals, pay inference only
How much did our test use on the Cline free plan?
In our test (2026-10-16, 3 runs): $0 per bugfix run on a free OpenRouter model.
How far does the Cline free plan go?
Not enough data to estimate from our test.
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