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In this video, I cover Kimi’s new CLI and Coding Plan—how the open-source, Python-based agent works, pricing and weekly quotas, shell/agent mode, ACP and MCP integrations, installation, and whether it’s worth it versus GLM and Synthetics.
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Key Takeaways:
🚀 Kimi released an open-source Python CLI/agent designed to pair with its Coding Plan.
💸 The $20 tier offers about 2,048 weekly queries (~250/day) with flexible burst usage.
🤔 Still testing whether larger requests consume more of the weekly quota.
🔌 Works with Kilo, Roo, Cline, and OpenCode—similar to GLM Coding Plan integrations.
🧠 Kimi CLI is tuned for Kimi models, often better at tool-calling and model nuances.
⌨️ Built-in shell; toggle Shell/Agent with Ctrl+K and switch modes quickly.
🧰 Handy slash commands: /setup, /clear, /compact, /debug, /release-notes.
🧩 MCP support and solid scriptability for automating workflows.
🔗 ACP protocol compatible; integrate with Zed and JetBrains editors.
📦 Install via Python + UV; setup is straightforward with simple commands.
🛠️ Tool-calling works well, though some model limits appeared in testing.
⚖️ Compared to GLM and Synthetics’ $20 plan, Kimi may win on tool-calling and UX.
🧪 Subscription also includes deep research, agent mode, and polished web tools.
✅ Overall: strong, affordable option—especially if you already like Kimi’s models.
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
00:07 – What is Kimi CLI + Coding Plan
03:51 – PhotoGenius AI (Sponsor)
05:08 – How to Setup & Use & Thoughts
09:07 – Ending
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