Open-source software
Free
Apache-2.0; invitation availability and provider costs separate
- Included scope
- Parallel agent workspaces and review
Jackalope
● Identity checkedParallel desktop coding agents · Official-source review 2026-10-09
Jackalope is an open-source desktop coding workspace for parallel agents. It separates work into Git worktrees and supports browser tools, MCP connections and review of proposed changes.
- Category
- Parallel desktop coding agents
- Free access
- Apache-2.0 open-source software; access to the advertised desktop experience is invitation-based. Model-provider costs are separate.
- API access
- MCP and agent tools are documented; this does not establish a hosted Jackalope API.
Is Jackalope right for you?
A good fit for
Useful for developers comparing parallel coding changes before merging.
Before you choose
The desktop product advertises Windows, Mac and Linux, but native application control is currently Windows-only; Mac/Linux control remains in validation. Waitlist approval precedes sign-in. Provider prices and commercial service terms were not verified. Agent behavior and worktree isolation were not hands-on tested.
Workflow and handoff
Use a test repository, inspect each worktree diff and run relevant checks before approving a merge.
Pricing and practical limits
The desktop product advertises Windows, Mac and Linux, but native application control is currently Windows-only; Mac/Linux control remains in validation. Waitlist approval precedes sign-in. Provider prices and commercial service terms were not verified. Agent behavior and worktree isolation were not hands-on tested.
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 | Jackalope is an open-source desktop coding workspace for parallel agents. It separates work into Git worktrees and supports browser tools, MCP connections and review of proposed changes. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | The desktop product advertises Windows, Mac and Linux, but native application control is currently Windows-only; Mac/Linux control remains in validation. Waitlist approval precedes sign-in. Provider prices and commercial service terms were not verified. Agent behavior and worktree isolation were not hands-on tested. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
Jackalope 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 Jackalope used for?
Jackalope is an open-source desktop coding workspace for parallel agents. It separates work into Git worktrees and supports browser tools, MCP connections and review of proposed changes.
Does Jackalope have a free plan?
Apache-2.0 open-source software; access to the advertised desktop experience is invitation-based. Model-provider costs are separate.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Jackalope 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 Jackalope through an API?
MCP and agent tools are documented; this does not establish a hosted Jackalope API.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
The desktop product advertises Windows, Mac and Linux, but native application control is currently Windows-only; Mac/Linux control remains in validation. Waitlist approval precedes sign-in. Provider prices and commercial service terms were not verified. Agent behavior and worktree isolation were not hands-on tested.
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.
Read original source ↗Pricing review
Official product page reviewed for disclosed costs; unverified prices and allowances are identified in the listing.
Read original source ↗Facts apply to the named version and check date. Send a sourced correction if something changed.