Antigravity CLI vs Devin Desktop — Feature Comparison
Quick answer: Antigravity CLI supports 15 of 18 tracked features; Devin Desktop supports 18 of 18. Matrix last updated August 28, 2026.
Verdict: Antigravity vs Devin Desktop
Devin Desktop is the stronger choice for most developers, but Antigravity CLI is a compelling option for terminal-first workflows where IDE integration is unnecessary. Devin Desktop covers the full tracked feature set of 18/18, including Multi-file Editing, VS Code, and JetBrains support, making it a more complete solution for developers who work across large codebases or within established IDE environments. Its 130 tracked releases also demonstrate a longer, more seasoned release history, suggesting a mature and battle-tested codebase. Antigravity CLI, however, is not standing still — with 23 releases packed into a recent 90-day window, it is iterating at an exceptionally aggressive pace, outpacing Devin Desktop's recent cadence of 18 releases in the same period. This signals active, rapid development that could close the feature gap quickly. Antigravity CLI's 15/18 feature coverage is still strong, and the three missing features — Multi-file Editing, VS Code, and JetBrains integration — only matter if your workflow depends on them. Developers who live in the terminal, prefer lightweight tooling, or are building in environments where IDE plugins are irrelevant may find Antigravity CLI's momentum and focused scope to be genuine advantages. In short, Devin Desktop wins on breadth and ecosystem integration today, while Antigravity CLI wins on velocity and terminal-native simplicity.
Choose Antigravity CLI if: Choose Antigravity CLI if you work primarily in the terminal, don't rely on VS Code or JetBrains, and want a rapidly evolving tool with an exceptionally active recent release cadence.
Choose Devin Desktop if: Choose Devin Desktop if you want full IDE integration with VS Code or JetBrains, need robust multi-file editing support, and prefer a tool with a longer, proven release history.
Key differences
- Devin Desktop supports 18/18 tracked features; Antigravity CLI supports 15/18, missing Multi-file Editing, VS Code, and JetBrains integration
- Antigravity CLI is releasing at a faster recent pace (23 releases in 90 days) compared to Devin Desktop (18 releases in the same window)
- Devin Desktop has a substantially larger total release history (130 vs 23), indicating greater overall maturity
- Devin Desktop targets IDE-integrated workflows; Antigravity CLI is better suited to terminal-centric development environments
- Both tools are actively maintained, but Antigravity CLI's rapid iteration suggests its feature gap may narrow in the near term
At a glance
| Tool | Latest version | Release date | Releases tracked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antigravity CLI | v1.1.22 | August 27, 2026 | 36 |
| Devin Desktop | v3.8.20 | August 21, 2026 | 133 |
Core Editing
Multi-file editing, streaming, undo capabilities
| Feature | Antigravity | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-file Editing — Edit multiple files in a single operation | ✓ (v1.1.22 mentions 'improving how the tool handles large batches of files', implying multi-file operations) | ✓ since 1.0.2 |
| Streaming Output — Real-time streaming of AI responses | ✓ since 1.1.21 | ✓ since 3.8.20 |
| Undo/Redo — Ability to undo and redo changes | ✓ since 1.1.16 | ✓ since 3.7.16 |
| Diff View — Visual comparison of changes | ✓ since 1.1.21 | ✓ since 3.7.16 |
Terminal Integration
Shell and command execution support
| Feature | Antigravity | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Command Execution — Run shell commands | ✓ since 1.1.21 | ✓ since 3.8.20 |
| Shell Integration — Integration with user shell environment | ✓ (v1.1.22 mentions smart autocomplete and v1.1.19 mentions environment variables for rendering; general CLI shell integrat) | ✓ since 1.13.3 |
| Background Tasks — Run tasks in background | ✓ since 1.1.20 | ✓ since 3.6.21 |
MCP Support
Model Context Protocol server and client capabilities
| Feature | Antigravity | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| MCP Client — Connect to MCP servers | ✓ since 1.1.21 | ✓ since 3.8.20 |
| MCP Server — Expose as MCP server | ✓ since 1.1.21 | ✓ since 3.7.25 |
| Custom Tools — Define and use custom tools | — | ✓ since 3.7.16 |
IDE Integrations
VS Code, JetBrains, and other editor support
| Feature | Antigravity | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| VS Code — Visual Studio Code integration | — | ✓ since 3.6.21 |
| JetBrains — IntelliJ/WebStorm integration | — | ✓ since 1.11.0 |
| Vim/Neovim — Vim or Neovim integration | ✓ since 1.1.17 | ✓ since 1.12.31 |
| Web UI — Browser-based interface | ✓ since 1.1.22 | ✓ since 3.7.16 |
Agentic Features
Planning, tool use, and autonomous capabilities
| Feature | Antigravity | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Planning Mode — Plan before executing changes | ✓ since 1.1.16 | ✓ since 3.8.20 |
| Autonomous Mode — Extended autonomous operation | ✓ since 1.1.22 | ✓ since 3.7.16 |
| Task Decomposition — Break complex tasks into steps | ✓ since 1.1.22 | ✓ since 2.2.17 |
| Context Management — Manage context across conversations | ✓ since 1.1.14 | ✓ since 3.6.21 |
Feature timeline: who shipped first
First release where Antigravity and Devin Desktop each shipped a notable feature, and which tool led.
| Feature | Antigravity | Devin Desktop | Who led |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Slash Commands | July 16, 2026 | May 6, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 436d ahead |
| Subagents / Parallel Agents | July 24, 2026 | October 16, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 281d ahead |
| MCP Support | August 20, 2026 | February 13, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 553d ahead |
| Sandboxing / Permission Modes | June 3, 2026 | June 16, 2026 | Antigravity first, 12d ahead |
| Planning Mode | July 8, 2026 | June 10, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 393d ahead |
| Hooks | — | December 10, 2025 | only Devin Desktop |
| Skills / Plugins | June 17, 2026 | January 12, 2026 | Devin Desktop first, 156d ahead |
| Project Memory Files | July 24, 2026 | December 11, 2024 | Devin Desktop first, 590d ahead |
| Extended Thinking | July 21, 2026 | February 25, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 511d ahead |
| Voice Input | August 26, 2026 | July 17, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 405d ahead |
| Background Tasks | July 1, 2026 | April 15, 2026 | Devin Desktop first, 78d ahead |
| Image / Vision Input | June 30, 2026 | November 27, 2024 | Devin Desktop first, 580d ahead |
| Headless / Non-interactive Mode | July 28, 2026 | April 28, 2026 | Devin Desktop first, 91d ahead |
| Web Search / Fetch | — | January 17, 2025 | only Devin Desktop |
| Git / PR Integration | — | April 2, 2025 | only Devin Desktop |
| JetBrains Support | — | November 13, 2024 | only Devin Desktop |
Release velocity
Havoptic tracks 36 Antigravity releases and 133 Devin Desktop releases. See release frequency charts for side-by-side velocity analysis, or browse the Antigravity CLI changelog and Devin Desktop changelog.
Data source
Feature data is maintained in feature-matrix.json under a CC-BY-4.0 license. Release data comes from releases.json. Both are updated daily. See the methodology page for details on sourcing and human review.