Invoke

Invoke is a professional-grade AI coding IDE designed for developers who want to accelerate their workflow with intelligent assistance. It combines a full-featured code editor with visual planning tools like Boards for mapping features and dependencies, a Canvas for designing pages visually, and a Sandbox for safe experimentation with AI-driven code merging. The application supports multiple AI providers including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, xAI, and Ollama, allowing users to bring their own API keys for cost control. Invoke is built for solo developers, small teams, and power users who need to build, debug, and refactor code efficiently. Its key differentiators include the ability to run parallel agents (up to five simultaneously), create custom subagents and agents, and use slash commands for quick workflows. The IDE also features a built-in API client, diff integration, MCP server support, and a memory system that retains context across sessions. The platform operates on a credit-based system where every action consumes credits, with plans ranging from a free tier (BYOK) to paid subscriptions with generous credit allocations. The visual planning tools—Boards, Canvas, and Sandbox—set Invoke apart by enabling users to design and test software architecture before writing code, making it ideal for both planning and execution phases of development. Invoke is currently available as a desktop application for macOS, Windows, and Linux, with a CLI for terminal enthusiasts. It is developed by Yugin Tech and regularly updated with new features based on community feedback. Compared to Cursor or Windsurf, Invoke leans into structured planning and multi-agent parallelism rather than pure autocomplete speed.