Kilo Code works with any OpenAI-compatible API, so you can match the model to the job. Claude Sonnet 4.6 is the quality pick for multi-file edits; for value, open coding models like GLM 4.6, Kimi K2.7 Code, and DeepSeek V4 Pro deliver excellent results at a fraction of the price.
The quality default for Kilo Code's multi-file editing and refactoring — strong and reliable without the flagship cost.
The standout coding-value pick: excellent multi-file editing for very little, with open weights.
Tuned specifically for agentic coding — great tool use and edits at open-weight prices.
Near-frontier quality at a tenth of the cost — a strong default for budget-conscious Kilo Code setups.
When you want OpenAI-grade reasoning behind your edits, at the value tier.
Fast, cheap, and a 1M context — good for high-volume edits and large files.
The model picks the moves; the agent runs the loop, the tools, and the guardrails. Once you've chosen a model, see which agent gets the most out of it.