Kiro, an “agentic” AI Integrated Development Environment (IDE) developed by a team at Amazon AWS, has introduced new usage tiers and limitations as it transitions from its preview phase. Initially announced as a free tool available on Windows, macOS, and Linux during its preview, users now face a selection of paid plans that impose restrictions on usage.
The new pricing structure includes:
- Kiro Free: $0/month – 50 vibe requests, 0 spec requests
- Kiro Pro: $20/month – 225 vibe requests, 125 spec requests
- Kiro Pro+: $40/month – 450 vibe requests, 250 spec requests
- Kiro Power: $200/month – 2,250 vibe requests, 1,250 spec requests
Users can enable overage charges once the limits are exceeded, with extra requests priced at $0.04 per vibe and $0.20 per spec request. Automatic downgrades to the limited free tier will affect those who registered but did not subscribe to a plan.
Kiro’s functionality is categorized into “vibe” and “spec” requests. A vibe request encompasses general AI interactions, while spec requests pertain to task-related actions within a project workflow. This distinction aids users in managing their usage and understanding potential costs.
Alongside these updates, Kiro has also implemented a waitlist system for new sign-ups, adding to the exclusivity of the IDE. This measure, which stems from high demand, has prompted discussions about marketing tactics revolving around scarcity and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out).
Additionally, the recent update (version 0.2.x) has improved the IDE’s handling of commands, including enhanced file system protections and a new usage dashboard to help users track their limits. Despite the new restrictions, Kiro remains part of the growing trend of AI-enabled development tools that are shaping the future of programming and development practices.
For more details on Kiro’s pricing and functionality, you can visit Kiro’s official pricing page.