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Kombai: review, pricing, data and alternatives

Kombai helps interface developers create from instructions or turn a Figma mockup into code. It reuses existing project components and supports editing elements in an interactive preview. A free tier exists; the first paid plan costs $20 per month. Access and transparency score: 58/100, #16 of 31 in its category.

Score
58/100
Access 25/30
Openness 10/30
Trust 23/40
Free tierHosting not disclosed

What is Kombai?

Kombai helps interface developers create from instructions or turn a Figma mockup into code. It reuses existing project components and supports editing elements in an interactive preview.

According to its documentation, Kombai lets you:

  • create interfaces from instructions
  • turn a Figma mockup into code
  • reuse components from an existing project
  • compare multiple layout variations
  • edit elements in an interactive preview

We file it under AI coding assistants, the category of tools to write and fix code, and it also overlaps with uI/UX design and website builders. The category lists 31 verified tools on this site.

The publisher is Kombai, Inc.. The service launched in 2023, which gives it some track record.

Who is it for?

It is mostly useful to these profiles: developers. The need it covers is simple to state: write and fix code.

Kombai is a good candidate if:

  • you want to try before paying

Before deciding, run a trial on a real task and measure the time saved: it is the only criterion that really counts.

How much does Kombai cost?

Pricing model: freemium (limited free use, then paid). A free plan is offered, usually limited in volume or features.

The first paid plan costs $20 per month (Pro, 2,000 monthly credits; a 20% discount is advertised for annual billing), according to the pricing page, checked on October 24, 2026.

Per month, that is more expensive than the category median ($15 per month, based on tools with a published price).

TRAETRAE : $3$3GoCodeoGoCodeo : $7.08$7.08CursorCursor : $8$8dbForge AI AssistantdbForge AI Assistant : $9.95$9.95OpenCodeOpenCode : $10$10KiloKilo : $15$15Amazon Q DeveloperAmazon Q Developer : $19$19Google AntigravityGoogle Antigravity : $19.99$19.99DevinDevin : $20$20KombaiKombai : $20$20QodoQodo : $30$30
First paid plan, per month (dollars or euros, annual plans divided by 12). Sample of 12 tools out of 21.

To estimate what the same work would cost done directly with an AI model, use our API price calculator. Prices change often: always check the official site before subscribing.

Data and privacy

The publisher does not clearly state where data is hosted. Assume your content may leave your region.

For professional use, check that a data processing agreement (DPA) is offered, and do not send customers' personal data or confidential documents without one.

Exporting your content: HTML, images et code source. Being able to get your data back makes switching tools easier later.

Three habits apply to every AI tool:

  • turn off the use of your content for training if the option exists
  • use a work account separate from your personal account
  • review everything the tool produces before publishing or sending it

Platforms, languages and API

Kombai runs on: Windows, macOS, Linux, and browser extension.

Interface languages: English.

API availability is not documented.

How we scored it

Our 58/100 score does not judge output quality: it measures what can be publicly verified about access to the tool, its openness and how far the publisher can be trusted.

Kombai score breakdown
CriterionPointsWhat counts
Access25/30free tier, published price, French interface
Openness10/30API, data export, open code
Trust23/40identified publisher, declared hosting, age, presence in reference lists
CodexCodex : 9090aideraider : 7878KiloKilo : 7878GitHub CopilotGitHub Copilot : 7575Amazon Q DeveloperAmazon Q Developer : 7171OpenCodeOpenCode : 7171AmpAmp : 7070ContinueContinue : 6868CursorCursor : 6565GoCodeoGoCodeo : 6161KombaiKombai : 5858
Kombai ranks #16 of 31. The category's top ten are shown.

The full calculation is explained on our method page.

Comparison with alternatives

Kombai against other tools in the aI coding assistants category:

Comparison within the category
ToolFreeEntry priceAPIScore
KombaiYes$20 per month–58
CodexYes$8 per monthYes90
aiderYesnot publishedYes78
KiloYes$15 per monthYes78
GitHub CopilotYes$10 per monthYes75
Amazon Q DeveloperYes$19 per month–71
OpenCodeYes$10 per monthYes71
AmpYes$20 per monthYes70

Verdict

Kombai is a decent option; compare its price and terms with the category leaders.

Strengths

  • Free tier to try it
  • Established since 2023
  • Available on many platforms

Limitations

  • More expensive than its category median
  • Data hosting not disclosed

Avoid if…

  • You handle sensitive personal data without a processing agreement

Frequently asked questions

Is Kombai free?

Yes, a free plan exists, with usage limits. The first paid plan costs $20 per month.

Where is Kombai data stored?

The publisher does not clearly say so in its public documentation.

Does Kombai have an API?

It is not documented.

What are the alternatives to Kombai?

In the same category: Codex, aider, Kilo, and GitHub Copilot.

Kombai or Codex: which one to choose?

Kombai starts at $20 per month, Codex at $8 per month and our score is 58/100 for Kombai and 90/100 for Codex. Try both on the same task before paying.

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