Codeium vs Visual Studio Code

The AI sidekick that writes code faster than you can think, but sometimes thinks it's smarter than you meets the code editor that ate the world, and somehow made us all love it. Here's our take.

Codeium

Nice Pick

The AI sidekick that writes code faster than you can think, but sometimes thinks it's smarter than you.

Pros

• Real-time, context-aware suggestions that actually make sense
• Seamless integration with VS Code, JetBrains, and other popular editors
• Free tier with generous usage limits for solo developers

Cons

• Can generate overly verbose or boilerplate-heavy code
• Struggles with niche or legacy codebases

Visual Studio Code

The code editor that ate the world, and somehow made us all love it.

Pros

• Lightning-fast startup and performance, even with extensions
• Built-in Git integration that actually works without headaches
• Extension marketplace so vast it has a plugin for your toaster

Cons

• Memory hog when you load too many extensions (we all do it)
• Microsoft's telemetry is always watching, even if you turn it off

The Verdict

Use Codeium if: You want real-time, context-aware suggestions that actually make sense and can live with can generate overly verbose or boilerplate-heavy code.

Use Visual Studio Code if: You prioritize lightning-fast startup and performance, even with extensions over what Codeium offers.

The Bottom Line

Codeium wins

The AI sidekick that writes code faster than you can think, but sometimes thinks it's smarter than you.