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Devin vs Sweep

Devin logo

Devin

Software Development

Autonomous AI software engineer planning and executing code in its own environment

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Sweep logo

Sweep

Developer Tools

AI coding assistant for JetBrains IDEs

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Sweep has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Devin pricing not published; specific costs and plan tiers require signup or contact with sales; Sweep limited to JetBrains IDEs only, not available for VS Code or other editors

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Devin and Sweep actually diverge.

Attributes where Devin and Sweep differ
AttributeDevinSweep
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionFreemium with paid tiers
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsDesktop, Windsurf integration, WebJetBrains IDEs
CategorySoftware DevelopmentDeveloper Tools
FoundedUnknown2023

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Devin

Nothing recorded that Sweep does not also cover.

Only in Sweep

  • Autocomplete
  • AI Agent
  • Full codebase indexing
  • Code review functionality
  • Multi-IDE support
  • GitHub integration

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Devin

  • Feature implementation and ticket resolution in established codebasesnot Sweep
  • Code migrations and refactoring at scale across repositoriesnot Sweep
  • Bug fixing and debugging with test-driven verificationnot Sweep
  • Rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept developmentnot Sweep
  • Repetitive implementation tasks freeing human engineers for complex designnot Sweep

Sweep

  • Accelerating code completion for JetBrains developersnot Devin
  • Automating refactoring tasks across codebasesnot Devin
  • Handling bug fixes with full repository contextnot Devin
  • Code review and quality assurancenot Devin

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Devin

  • Pricing not published; specific costs and plan tiers require signup or contact with sales
  • Cannot handle extremely difficult tasks reliably; success rate decreases with task complexity
  • Requires clear, well-scoped task descriptions; ambiguous requirements reduce effectiveness
  • Requires human oversight and integration into existing workflows; not fully autonomous

Sweep

  • Limited to JetBrains IDEs only, not available for VS Code or other editors
  • Free tier limited to 1,000 autocompletes per month
  • API credit consumption varies by feature usage
  • Performance dependent on codebase size and indexing quality

Pricing, plan by plan

Devin

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Devin review.

Sweep

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1,000 autocompletes
    • 5 USD API credits included
    • All JetBrains IDEs supported
  • Pro$20/month
    • Unlimited autocomplete
    • Higher API credit allocation
    • Priority support
  • Ultra$60/month
    • Unlimited autocomplete
    • Maximum API credit allocation
    • Extended context window

Which should you pick?

Choose Devin if

  • You work on Desktop, Windsurf integration, Web.
Devin review

Choose Sweep if

  • You need autocomplete.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on JetBrains IDEs.
  • You also want ai agent.
Sweep review

Questions people ask

Is Devin or Sweep better?
Neither clearly leads. Devin starts at On request and Sweep at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Devin or Sweep?
Sweep has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Devin and Free for Sweep.
Does Devin or Sweep run on more platforms?
Devin runs on Desktop, Windsurf integration, Web. Sweep runs on JetBrains IDEs.
Can I use Sweep for free?
Yes. Sweep has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Devin starts at On request.
What is Devin best used for?
Devin is most often used for feature implementation and ticket resolution in established codebases, code migrations and refactoring at scale across repositories, bug fixing and debugging with test-driven verification, rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept development. Of those, feature implementation and ticket resolution in established codebases and code migrations and refactoring at scale across repositories are not what Sweep is typically brought in for.
What can Devin do that Sweep cannot?
Sweep covers Autocomplete, AI Agent, Full codebase indexing, Code review functionality.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Devin: What does Devin cost?

Devin's pricing is not publicly listed on their website. Interested parties must request a demo to discuss pricing and availability.

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Sweep: What programming languages does Sweep support?

Sweep works with all programming languages supported by JetBrains IDEs, including Python, Java, JavaScript, Go, Kotlin, C++, and many others.

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Devin: How do I get access to Devin?

Devin is accessed by requesting a demo. There is no information about self-service signup, trial, or pricing on the public website.

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Sweep: Does Sweep retain my code data?

No. Sweep is SOC 2 Type II certified with zero data retention. Code is processed for suggestions but not stored.

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Sweep: Can I cancel my Sweep subscription anytime?

Yes. You can cancel your subscription at any time from your account settings with no long-term commitments or cancellation fees.

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