Zed is a fast, minimal code editor built for speed and for working alongside AI coding agents. It keeps typing, searching and switching files feeling instant, even in large projects, and it supports agentic editing, collaboration and built-in Git tools. Developers who want a lighter, quicker alternative to a heavy editor will feel the difference straight away.
Related tools: OpenCode, Continue, and more in AI Coding.
Label: Open-source
Platform: macOS, Linux and Windows
Best for: Fast code editing and agentic AI-assisted coding
Replaces: Visual Studio Code and other full-featured code editors
Verified: 31 October 2026