Open-source workbench
Free
MIT license; agent/provider fees separate
- Included scope
- Local threads; worktrees; CLI; plugins and customization
bb
● Identity checkedLocal coding-agent workbench · Official-source review 2026-10-09
bb brings installed coding agents into a local workbench with separate threads, worktrees and plugins. Agents can customize panels and commands, while its CLI allows scripts or scheduled programs to start tasks in the workspace.
- Category
- Local coding-agent workbench
- Free access
- MIT-licensed software is free and open source; agent provider subscriptions and inference charges remain separate.
- API access
- CLI and plugin tools extend the workbench and spawn threads; installed agents use their existing provider authentication and subscriptions.
Is bb right for you?
A good fit for
Relevant to developers coordinating coding agents and building a custom local development interface.
Before you choose
Downloads target Apple Silicon Macs and Linux; the npx launcher is advertised for Windows, Intel Macs and remote machines. Verify platform-specific features and minimum OS before installation. Local-first workspace storage does not prevent installed agents from sending context to their vendors. Plugins and spawned agents can act on files and connected accounts; review permissions and isolate edits in worktrees. Example integrations and fixes were not tested. No app, plugin or agent task was installed or run.
Workflow and handoff
Open a disposable checkout, inspect plugin permissions and provider context sharing, then review each agent diff before committing.
Pricing and practical limits
Downloads target Apple Silicon Macs and Linux; the npx launcher is advertised for Windows, Intel Macs and remote machines. Verify platform-specific features and minimum OS before installation. Local-first workspace storage does not prevent installed agents from sending context to their vendors. Plugins and spawned agents can act on files and connected accounts; review permissions and isolate edits in worktrees. Example integrations and fixes were not tested. No app, plugin or agent task was installed or run.
Review method
Official product evidence reviewed on 2026-10-09; product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Application performance, security claims and plan enforcement were not independently tested.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product workflow | bb brings installed coding agents into a local workbench with separate threads, worktrees and plugins. Agents can customize panels and commands, while its CLI allows scripts or scheduled programs to start tasks in the workspace. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | Downloads target Apple Silicon Macs and Linux; the npx launcher is advertised for Windows, Intel Macs and remote machines. Verify platform-specific features and minimum OS before installation. Local-first workspace storage does not prevent installed agents from sending context to their vendors. Plugins and spawned agents can act on files and connected accounts; review permissions and isolate edits in worktrees. Example integrations and fixes were not tested. No app, plugin or agent task was installed or run. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
bb pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
Was the application hands-on tested?
No. This listing is based on dated official-source evidence and a visual artwork check. Unconfirmed costs and restrictions are identified explicitly.
What is bb used for?
bb brings installed coding agents into a local workbench with separate threads, worktrees and plugins. Agents can customize panels and commands, while its CLI allows scripts or scheduled programs to start tasks in the workspace.
Does bb have a free plan?
MIT-licensed software is free and open source; agent provider subscriptions and inference charges remain separate.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does bb cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use bb through an API?
CLI and plugin tools extend the workbench and spawn threads; installed agents use their existing provider authentication and subscriptions.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Downloads target Apple Silicon Macs and Linux; the npx launcher is advertised for Windows, Intel Macs and remote machines. Verify platform-specific features and minimum OS before installation. Local-first workspace storage does not prevent installed agents from sending context to their vendors. Plugins and spawned agents can act on files and connected accounts; review permissions and isolate edits in worktrees. Example integrations and fixes were not tested. No app, plugin or agent task was installed or run.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
How this profile is supported
Official product information
Current official product source read individually; product artwork inspected visually.
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Official product page reviewed for disclosed costs; unverified prices and allowances are identified in the listing.
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