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2 | 2 | sidebar_label: Roo Code Cloud |
3 | | -description: Access free AI models including grok-code-fast-1 and code-supernova through Roo Code Cloud. No API keys or payment required during the promotional period. |
| 3 | +description: The easiest way to get started with AI coding. Access premium models like grok-code-fast-1 and code-supernova for free with zero configuration. |
4 | 4 | keywords: |
5 | 5 | - roo code cloud |
6 | 6 | - roo provider |
7 | 7 | - grok-code-fast-1 |
8 | 8 | - code-supernova |
9 | | - - sonic model |
10 | 9 | - free ai models |
11 | | - - cloud authentication |
| 10 | + - easy setup |
12 | 11 | - no api key |
13 | 12 | image: /img/social-share.jpg |
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15 | 14 |
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16 | | -# Roo Code Cloud Provider - FREE AI Models |
| 15 | +# Roo Code Cloud Provider |
17 | 16 |
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18 | | -Access **FREE** AI models through Roo Code Cloud authentication, including "grok-code-fast-1" (formerly "roo/sonic") and the new "code-supernova" model. **No API keys, no credit cards, no usage costs** during the promotional period. |
| 17 | +**The Easiest Way to Get Started with AI Coding** |
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20 | | -:::info Model Name Update |
21 | | -The "roo/sonic" model is being renamed to **"grok-code-fast-1"** (officially "Grok Code Fast"). The model will be updated by **August 29th**. This is the same powerful coding model, just with its official xAI name. The model remains **free** when accessed through Roo Code Cloud during the promotional period. |
| 19 | +Roo Code Cloud removes the complexity of setting up AI providers. Forget about API keys, credit cards, and complex configuration. Just sign in and start coding with premium models for **FREE**. |
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23 | | -**Important for Roo Code users:** Within Roo Code, this model is only free through Roo Code Cloud. Using it directly through the [xAI provider](/providers/xai) in Roo Code will incur standard charges once pricing is established. |
24 | | -::: |
| 21 | +## Why Choose Roo Code Cloud? |
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26 | | -:::note |
27 | | -- Requires Roo Code Cloud account |
28 | | -- Internet connection required |
29 | | -- Prompts and completions are logged for model improvement |
30 | | -- Available during promotional period only |
31 | | -- Within Roo Code, free access is through Roo Code Cloud provider |
32 | | -::: |
| 23 | +- **Zero Configuration**: No API keys to manage. Just sign in with GitHub, Google, or email. |
| 24 | +- **No Credit Card Required**: Get started immediately without entering payment details. |
| 25 | +- **Free Premium Models**: Access powerful models like `grok-code-fast-1` and `code-supernova` at no cost during our promotional period. |
| 26 | +- **Instant Access**: Start coding in seconds. |
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35 | | - |
36 | | -## Setup |
37 | | - |
38 | | -1. **Connect to Roo Code Cloud:** |
39 | | - - Click the account icon (<Codicon name="account" />) in Roo Code panel |
40 | | - - Sign in with GitHub, Google, or email |
41 | | - - See [Login Guide](/roo-code-cloud/login) if needed |
| 28 | +## Available Models |
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43 | | -2. **Select Provider:** |
44 | | - - Open Roo Code Settings (<Codicon name="gear" />) |
45 | | - - Choose "Roo Code Cloud" from the API Provider dropdown |
46 | | - - Select your preferred model: |
47 | | - - "grok-code-fast-1" (may still show as "Sonic" until August 29th) |
48 | | - - "roo/code-supernova" (new stealth model) |
49 | | - |
50 | | ---- |
| 30 | +We curate the best models for coding and offer them directly to you. |
51 | 31 |
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52 | | -## Models |
| 32 | +### grok-code-fast-1 |
| 33 | +*(Formerly roo/sonic)* |
| 34 | +- **Best for:** Fast coding, quick edits, and high-speed iterations. |
| 35 | +- **Speed:** Extremely Fast |
| 36 | +- **Context:** 262k tokens |
| 37 | +- **Pricing:** **FREE** (Promotional) |
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54 | | -### grok-code-fast-1 (formerly roo/sonic) |
55 | | -- Official Name: Grok Code Fast |
56 | | -- Context Window: 262,144 tokens |
57 | | -- Max Output: 16,384 tokens |
58 | | -- Image Support: No |
59 | | -- Optimized for: Coding tasks, checkpoint and deployment |
60 | | -- **Pricing:** Free during promotional period through Roo Code Cloud |
| 39 | +### roo/code-supernova |
| 40 | +- **Best for:** Complex reasoning, multimodal tasks (images), and deep architectural planning. |
| 41 | +- **Capabilities:** Supports image analysis (multimodal). |
| 42 | +- **Context:** 200k tokens |
| 43 | +- **Pricing:** **FREE** (Promotional) |
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62 | | -### roo/code-supernova - NEW & FREE |
63 | | -- Context Window: 200,000 tokens |
64 | | -- Max Output: 16,384 tokens |
65 | | -- Image Support: **Yes** - supports image inputs for multimodal tasks |
66 | | -- Prompt Caching: Yes |
67 | | -- Optimized for: Versatile agentic coding tasks with multimodal capabilities |
68 | | -- **Pricing:** **100% FREE** during promotional period through Roo Code Cloud |
69 | | -- **No limits, no restrictions** - use as much as you need at zero cost |
| 45 | +## How to Connect |
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71 | | -:::tip Why Use Roo Code Cloud? It's FREE! |
72 | | -Within Roo Code, both `grok-code-fast-1` and `roo/code-supernova` are **100% FREE** when accessed through Roo Code Cloud. No hidden costs, no surprises - just powerful AI models at zero cost during the promotional period. |
| 47 | +1. **Sign In**: Click the account icon (<Codicon name="account" />) in the Roo Code extension sidebar and sign in. |
| 48 | +2. **Select Provider**: |
| 49 | + - Open Settings (<Codicon name="gear" />). |
| 50 | + - In the **API Provider** dropdown, select **Roo Code Cloud**. |
| 51 | +3. **Start Coding**: Choose your model and start your first task! |
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74 | | -**Important:** Using the [xAI provider](/providers/xai) directly in Roo Code will incur standard rates once pricing is established. Stick with Roo Code Cloud for **FREE access**. |
75 | | -::: |
76 | | - |
77 | | -:::info Model Selection - Both FREE! |
78 | | -- Choose **grok-code-fast-1** (FREE) for maximum speed and context window |
79 | | -- Choose **roo/code-supernova** (FREE) when you need image support or multimodal capabilities |
80 | | - |
81 | | -Both models are **completely free** through Roo Code Cloud - use whichever fits your needs! |
82 | | -::: |
83 | | - |
84 | | ---- |
| 53 | +## Pricing & Credits |
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86 | | -## Troubleshooting |
| 55 | +Roo Code Cloud operates on a [Credit System](/roo-code-cloud/credits). |
| 56 | +- **Promotional Period**: Currently, all standard usage for the models listed above is **100% FREE**. |
| 57 | +- **Future Pricing**: We will introduce a transparent credit-based system for usage beyond the free tier. You will always be notified before any charges apply. |
87 | 58 |
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88 | | -**"Authentication required"**: Connect to Roo Code Cloud via the account icon. |
| 59 | +## Comparison with Other Providers |
89 | 60 |
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90 | | -**"No session token"**: Sign out and back in to refresh your session. |
| 61 | +| Feature | Roo Code Cloud | Direct Providers (OpenAI/Anthropic/xAI) | |
| 62 | +| :--- | :--- | :--- | |
| 63 | +| **Setup** | One-click Sign In | Requires API Keys | |
| 64 | +| **Payment** | Free (Promo) / Credits | Credit Card / Monthly Bill | |
| 65 | +| **Configuration** | Automatic | Manual | |
| 66 | +| **Model Selection** | Curated Best-in-Class | All Available Models | |
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92 | | -**Connection issues**: Check internet connection and restart VS Code if needed. |
| 68 | +[Get Started Now](/roo-code-cloud/login) |
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