Blackbox AI is a multi-platform AI coding tool (IDE, CLI, Cloud, API, Mobile, Builder) used by 30M+ developers. The platform now focuses on paid plans. Pro starts at $10/month (currently 80% off — effectively $2/month promotional) with $20 in model credits. Supports 400+ models including GPT, Claude, Gemini, and xAI. Unique 'copy code from video' feature.
Free Tier
Moderate30M+ users and a unique multi-platform approach (IDE, mobile, CLI, builder). No public free tier, but Pro at $10/month with $20 in credits is very accessible. Best for developers wanting access to a wide range of models in one subscription.
No prominent permanent free tier. Pro is $10/month (promotional 80% off = $2/month for first month) with $20 in model credits. Unlimited agent requests with Minimax-M2.5 on all paid plans. 400+ models supported.
What's included
Pro ($10/mo, currently $2/mo promotional)
Includes unlimited free agent requests with Minimax-M2.5 model.
Pro Plus ($20/mo)
Adds multi-agent execution, app builder, coding agent in 35+ IDEs, Slack integration.
Pro Max ($40/mo)
Adds team collaboration, SAML SSO, advanced security, priority support.
400+ models
Access to GPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, and hundreds more via a single subscription.
How long until you run out?
Real-world estimates for typical developer usage.
Pro plan credits ($20/month)
Moderate daily coding use$20 in credits covers significant AI usage across 400+ models. Overages would require plan upgrade.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +400+ AI models in one subscription — widest model selection
- +Works in 35+ IDEs, CLI, mobile, web — most platforms covered
- +Unique 'copy code from video' feature for learning from tutorials
- +Unlimited agent requests with Minimax-M2.5 on all paid plans
- +Pro Max includes SAML SSO and E2E encryption for teams
Cons
- −No prominent permanent free tier
- −Less depth in individual IDE integration vs. Copilot or Cursor
- −Credit system can run out mid-month for heavy users
- −Lesser-known vs. Copilot/Cursor — smaller community
Scores
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