Comparison
Free Claude Code vs Cmux
Cmux has more GitHub stars (28,190 vs 338). Cmux was updated more recently (last commit 4h ago). Data comes straight from GitHub and refreshes daily.
Free Claude Code
Use claude-code for free in the terminal, VSCode extension or via discord like openclaw
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pip install uv
Cmux
Open source Ghostty-based macOS terminal with vertical tabs and notifications for AI coding agents. Built for multitasking, organization, and programmability.
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brew install --cask cmux| Metric | Free Claude Code | Cmux |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Plugin | Plugin |
| GitHub stars | 338 | 28,190 |
| Stars, last 7 days | n/a | n/a |
| Forks | 87 | 2,508 |
| Upvotes | 0 | 0 |
| Language | Python | Swift |
| License | MIT | n/a |
| Last commit | 1mo ago | 4h ago |
| Created | Apr 2026 | Jan 2026 |
| Categories | Dev tools, Chat & social | Dev tools, AI & LLM tooling, Mobile & desktop |