I like and use Kilo, and I follow the Copilot critique. But Kilo's free models and router still lean on subsidized AI. If those subsidies fade, the "use Kilo for free" pitch gets harder, even if your core business is credits and subscriptions. Still a fan — curious how you're future-proofing the free tier.
I think the objective should be to cut inference cost significantly with better workflows and visibility into cost, and smart routing between frontier and open weight models. With Kilo you can build those workflows (without a lock in), and utilize the free models whenever they're available.
I like and use Kilo, and I follow the Copilot critique. But Kilo's free models and router still lean on subsidized AI. If those subsidies fade, the "use Kilo for free" pitch gets harder, even if your core business is credits and subscriptions. Still a fan — curious how you're future-proofing the free tier.
I think the objective should be to cut inference cost significantly with better workflows and visibility into cost, and smart routing between frontier and open weight models. With Kilo you can build those workflows (without a lock in), and utilize the free models whenever they're available.