Claude Code vs Antigravity
Anthropic's terminal-first coding agent vs Google's agent-first AI coding IDE.
Updated June 30, 2026 · Independent comparison — Claude Code and Antigravity are separate products.
Claude Code
Anthropic's terminal-first coding agent
Claude Code is Anthropic's terminal-first agentic coding tool. It reads, edits, tests, and navigates codebases from the command line with plan mode, slash commands, subagents, hooks, skills, and MCP, plus VS Code and JetBrains extensions and Claude Code on the web and mobile. It runs on Claude Opus, Sonnet, and Haiku 4.x via Anthropic API usage or eligible Claude Pro/Max subscriptions.
Antigravity
Google's agent-first AI coding IDE
Antigravity is Google's agent-first desktop IDE, launched November 2025. It centers on an Agent Manager that runs and supervises multiple agents across an editor, terminal, and integrated browser, returning plans, screenshots, and "artifacts." It's multi-model — and can itself run Claude Sonnet/Opus alongside Gemini 3 and gpt-oss-120b — under a free preview tier plus Google AI Pro/Ultra limits.
Bottom line
Anthropic's terminal-first coding agent vs Google's agent-first AI coding IDE. Choose Claude Code if you want the deepest terminal-first agent with plan mode, subagents, hooks, and skills; choose Antigravity if you want a full agent-first IDE with a visual Agent Manager.
Pricing
| Feature | Claude Code | Antigravity |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier to start | ✗ | Free preview tier |
| Entry paid plan | Claude Pro $20/mo | Google AI Pro ~$20/mo |
| Higher-usage plan | Claude Max $100–$200/mo | Google AI Ultra ~$100–$200/mo |
| Usage-based API billing | Anthropic API pay-as-you-go | Plan limits + credit overages |
| Account required | ✓ | ✓ |
Models
| Feature | Claude Code | Antigravity |
|---|---|---|
| Model roster | Claude Opus / Sonnet / Haiku 4.x | Gemini 3, Claude Sonnet/Opus, gpt-oss-120b |
| Multi-vendor models | ✗ | ✓ |
| High-reasoning option | Claude Opus 4.x | Gemini 3 Pro / Claude Opus |
| In-session model switching | ✓ | ✓ |
| Runs Claude models | ✓ | ✓ |
Agent Experience
| Feature | Claude Code | Antigravity |
|---|---|---|
| Primary interface | Terminal CLI | Desktop IDE |
| Multi-agent orchestration | Subagents + background tasks | Visual Agent Manager |
| Integrated browser | Via MCP / tools | Built-in |
| Review artifacts | Terminal diffs and logs | Plans, screenshots, artifacts |
| Planning workflow | Plan mode | Agent plans + artifacts |
Developer Workflow
| Feature | Claude Code | Antigravity |
|---|---|---|
| Scriptable / non-interactive | ✓ | IDE-first (companion agy CLI) |
| IDE integration | VS Code + JetBrains extensions | Native IDE |
| Web / mobile continuation | claude.ai/code + mobile | ✗ |
| Project instructions | CLAUDE.md + skills | Workspace / agent config |
| Best fit | Terminal-first deep coding | Visual multi-agent building |
Platforms & Openness
| Feature | Claude Code | Antigravity |
|---|---|---|
| Open-source | Proprietary (public Agent SDK) | ✗ |
| Form factor | Terminal CLI | Desktop app |
| Platforms | macOS, Linux, Windows | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| MCP support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vendor ecosystem | Anthropic / Claude | Google / Gemini |
The Verdict
Choose Claude Code if...
- ✓You want the deepest terminal-first agent with plan mode, subagents, hooks, and skills
- ✓You prefer Anthropic's Claude models as your primary coding brain
- ✓You already pay for Claude Pro or Max, or use Anthropic API
- ✓You want VS Code/JetBrains extensions plus web and mobile continuation
- ✓You value a scriptable CLI that fits existing shells and CI
Choose Antigravity if...
- ✓You want a full agent-first IDE with a visual Agent Manager
- ✓You want multi-model choice (Gemini, Claude, gpt-oss) inside one app
- ✓You want an integrated browser, screenshots, and artifacts for review
- ✓You prefer supervising several agents visually over one terminal loop
- ✓You want a generous free preview and Google AI plan options
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Claude Code and Antigravity?
Claude Code is Anthropic's terminal-first agentic coding tool. Antigravity is Google's agent-first desktop IDE, launched November 2025.
How much do Claude Code and Antigravity cost?
Claude Code: Claude Pro $20/mo. Antigravity: Google AI Pro ~$20/mo. See the pricing table above for full plan details.
Should I choose Claude Code or Antigravity?
Choose Claude Code if you want the deepest terminal-first agent with plan mode, subagents, hooks, and skills. Choose Antigravity if you want a full agent-first IDE with a visual Agent Manager.
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