Sourcegraph Cody vs Augment Code
Two enterprise-focused AI coding assistants competing on codebase understanding. Cody leverages Sourcegraph's code search engine for unmatched context across massive repos. Augment offers a Deep Context Engine with broader IDE support and more accessible pricing. Cody is deeper; Augment is more accessible.
Sourcegraph Cody
Choose if: You already use Sourcegraph or have a massive codebase that needs code-search-powered AI context.
Enterprise AI coding assistant with deep code search across massive codebases
Augment Code
Choose if: You want enterprise-grade codebase context without requiring Sourcegraph infrastructure or a 25-developer minimum.
Enterprise AI coding assistant with deep codebase context
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Sourcegraph Cody | Augment Code |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $49/user/mo | $20/mo (Indie)✓ |
| Enterprise price | $49/user/mo✓ | $60/user/mo |
| Minimum team size | 25 developers | None✓ |
| Context depth | Code search engine✓ | Deep Context Engine |
| Multi-repo support | Excellent✓ | Good |
| IDE support | VS Code, JetBrains | VS Code, JetBrains, Slack✓ |
| PR review | Basic | Built-in with summaries✓ |
| Future direction | Pivoting to Amp product | Actively investing✓ |
Pricing Comparison
Sourcegraph Cody
| Enterprise | Custom |
+ Enterprise-only — Sourcegraph platform starts at $16K and scales with team size, Free and Pro tiers discontinued July 2025, Cody bundled with Sourcegraph code search; not sold separately, Sourcegraph focus shifting toward Amp product
Augment Code
| Indie | $20/mo |
| Standard | $60/mo |
| Max | $200/mo |
| Enterprise | Custom |
+ Credit-based — power users can exceed plan limits, Standard/Max plans capped at 20 users (Enterprise required for larger teams)
Pricing last verified: 2026-05-12
Sourcegraph Cody: Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- +Unmatched codebase context via Sourcegraph's code search engine across massive repos
- +Enterprise-grade security with cloud, self-hosted, and air-gapped deployment options
- +Multi-model support: Claude, GPT, Gemini with context-aware completions
- +Deep integration with Sourcegraph Code Search for navigation and understanding
Limitations
- -Enterprise-only — bundled with the Sourcegraph platform starting at $16K, not sold standalone
- -Requires Sourcegraph infrastructure for full codebase indexing benefits
- -Sourcegraph shifting investment toward its Amp product — future Cody roadmap unclear
- -Not viable for individuals or small teams since free/pro tiers were discontinued
Augment Code: Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- +Deep Context Engine indexes entire codebases for highly relevant suggestions
- +Full coding agent with autonomous task execution, PR summaries, and code review
- +Enterprise-grade security: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 42001, no AI training on user data
- +Supports VS Code, JetBrains IDEs, and integrates with Slack and GitHub
Limitations
- -Credit-based pricing can be unpredictable for heavy users
- -20-user cap on Standard and Max plans — Enterprise required for larger teams
- -No free tier — Indie plan may be insufficient for heavy daily use
- -Relatively new product — still building out feature set
Which One Should You Pick?
Sourcegraph Cody is best for: Enterprise teams with large codebases that need AI grounded in deep code search.
Augment Code is best for: Enterprise teams that need codebase-aware AI with strong security and compliance.
Last updated: 2026-05-12