Modo vs Rune
Comparing two open source alternatives to Cursor and Windsurf. Use the comparison below to decide which one fits your needs.
Modo
Apache-2.0Open-source AI IDE that plans before it codes, using spec-driven development with requirements, design, and task steps.
Rune
GPL-3.0A fast, keyboard-driven, GPU-rendered IDE for macOS and Linux with terminals, LSP intelligence, debugging, and a built-in AI coding agent.
Side-by-side comparison
| Modo | Rune | |
|---|---|---|
| License | Apache-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Self-hostable | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 191 | 1,243 |
| Forks | 18 | 92 |
| Open Issues | 1 | 101 |
| Last Commit | Apr 6, 2026 | Oct 11, 2026 |
| First Released | Apr 4, 2026 | Sep 10, 2026 |
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