# Kiro

> AWS's agentic IDE that turns specs into working code.

Source: https://trustkite.com/review/kiro/
Last updated: 2026-10-24

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## About Kiro

Kiro is an AI code editor from Amazon Web Services built around spec-driven development. Instead of jumping straight into code, Kiro helps turn a prompt into requirements, a design and a task list, then implements the tasks step by step.

Agent hooks can run automatically when files change, for example to update tests or documentation. Kiro is based on the open-source VS Code foundation and works with any tech stack, not only AWS. A free tier is available with paid plans for more usage.

## Key facts

- Made by: Amazon Web Services
- Company founded: 2006
- Based in: United States
- Category: AI Coding
- Pricing: Free plan + paid plans
- Available on: Windows, macOS, Linux
- Website: kiro.dev

## Key features

- Specs: requirements, design and tasks
- Agent that implements tasks
- Agent hooks on file changes
- VS Code-based editor
- Works with any tech stack

## Best for

- Teams wanting structured AI coding
- Larger features
- Developers who like planning first

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