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Baton

Desktop app for running AI coding agents in parallel

freemiumopen sourceupdated Aug 16, 2026

Baton is a desktop application for running multiple AI coding agents in parallel inside isolated git worktrees. It supports Claude Code, Codex CLI, OpenCode, Gemini CLI, visual diffs, status notifications, MCP server support, built-in Git operations, and one-click PRs to GitHub or GitLab.

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Baton is a desktop application for developers who run multiple AI coding agents at the same time. It gives each agent a separate git worktree and branch, so Claude Code, Codex CLI, OpenCode, Gemini CLI, and other terminal-based agents can work in parallel without overwriting each other’s files or polluting the main checkout.

The app provides a visual workspace for launching agents, monitoring status, reviewing changes, and moving work toward merge. Current public copy supports Monaco-style diffs, built-in Git operations, browser previews tied to workspaces, MCP server support, and one-click pull requests to GitHub or GitLab. Baton also ships multiple agent presets beyond the four headline tools.

Pricing currently includes a free tier for 4 running workspaces plus paid options of $19/month, $79/year, or $99 lifetime for unlimited parallel workspaces. Baton is local-first and says code stays on the developer machine; the main privacy nuance is optional AI-generated workspace and branch titles, where prompt text can be routed to selected providers unless disabled or configured with a user-owned key.

Pricing

Free for up to 4 running workspaces; paid options are $19/month, $79/year, or $99 lifetime for unlimited parallel workspaces.

Platforms

macOS, Windows, Linux desktop application. Works with Claude Code, Codex CLI, OpenCode, Gemini CLI, and others.

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Parallel Code

Run Claude Code, Codex, and Gemini agents in parallel with isolated branches

Open-source desktop app for orchestrating multiple AI coding agents simultaneously. Auto-creates git worktrees per agent and symlinks shared dependencies to prevent conflicts between parallel tasks. Designed for teams and power users who want to run several AI agents on different features or bugs at the same time, maximizing throughput while keeping each agent's changes cleanly isolated.

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Claude Squad

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Open-source terminal app for managing multiple AI coding agents (Claude Code, Codex, Gemini, Aider) in parallel, each in an isolated workspace with its own git branch. Uses tmux for isolated terminal sessions and git worktrees so agents work independently without conflicts. Dashboard view of all active instances, auto-accept mode for background execution, and a review workflow for inspecting changes before merging. Installed via Homebrew as the cs command.

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Claude-Flow

Multi-agent orchestration platform for Claude Code

Claude-Flow is an open-source multi-agent orchestration platform that deploys dozens of concurrent Claude Code agents with shared memory and coordinated workflows. It enables parallel task execution, hierarchical agent coordination, and persistent context across sessions. Run via npx with zero setup. Described as the leading agent orchestration platform for Claude by industry analysts, it has 9,100+ GitHub stars and is used for complex codebase-wide refactoring and multi-file development tasks.

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Oh My ClaudeCode (OMC) is a plugin for Claude Code that adds multi-agent orchestration with 19 specialized agents, smart model routing between Haiku and Opus, and execution modes such as Autopilot, Team, Ralph, Ultrawork, and Deep Interview. It provides lifecycle hooks, a real-time HUD statusline, and source-backed Claude Code workflows that turn one session into a coordinated AI development team.

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Orca

The Agent Development Environment for running parallel coding agents in isolated worktrees

Orca is an open-source Agent Development Environment (ADE) for running 25+ coding agents in parallel, each in an isolated git worktree. Supports Claude Code, Codex, Gemini, OpenCode, Amp, Goose, Grok, and Aider with BYOK subscriptions. Includes a WebGL terminal with infinite splits, built-in git tracking, hot-swap accounts, and an iOS/Android companion app for monitoring agent work on the move.

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Comparisons

Baton vs Claude Squad — GUI Agent Orchestrator vs Terminal Session Manager

Baton and Claude Squad both enable running multiple AI coding agents simultaneously, but with different interfaces and scope. Baton is a desktop GUI application that works with any coding agent — Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode, Gemini — using git worktree isolation. Claude Squad is a terminal-based tool specifically for managing multiple Claude Code sessions via tmux. Your choice depends on agent diversity and interface preference.

FAQ

What is Baton?

Baton is a desktop application for running multiple AI coding agents in parallel inside isolated git worktrees. It supports Claude Code, Codex CLI, OpenCode, Gemini CLI, visual diffs, status notifications, MCP server support, built-in Git operations, and one-click PRs to GitHub or GitLab.

Is Baton free?

Baton offers a free tier alongside paid plans. Free for up to 4 running workspaces; paid options are $19/month, $79/year, or $99 lifetime for unlimited parallel workspaces.

Is Baton open source?

Yes — Baton is open source.

What are the best Baton alternatives?

The top editor-verified Baton alternatives are Parallel Code, Claude Squad, Claude-Flow, and more.

How does Baton score in our review?

Our hands-on review scores Baton 82/100 overall, based on speed, privacy, and developer-experience testing.