Trae
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ByteDance's AI-native IDE China edition, free and no VPN required, deeply integrating Doubao-1.5-pro and DeepSeek models, optimized for Chinese developers
Our Verdict
Worth TryingChinese edition of Trae IDE with domestic model access and local hosting.
Trae CN provides the same AI IDE experience as Trae but optimized for Chinese developers: domestic model hosting ensures low latency, and the interface and documentation are fully localized. It integrates well with Chinese development ecosystems.
The same maturity considerations apply—it's building rapidly but hasn't caught up to Cursor yet. For Chinese developers who face connectivity issues with international AI services, Trae CN offers a practical alternative.
Best for
- •Chinese developers needing low-latency AI IDE
- •Teams requiring domestic data compliance
- •Developers preferring Chinese-language tools
Consider alternatives if
- •You're outside China (→ Trae, Cursor)
- •You need the most advanced coding AI (→ Cursor, Qoder)
Supported Platforms
Available platforms include Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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Latest Update
2026: Trae China edition stays free with Doubao and DeepSeek, adding the Work assistant
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