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Qoder CLI offers three categories of models. You can switch between them at any time via the /model interface.

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Three Model Categories

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1. Tiered Models (Default)

Qoder defines 5 model tiers, each backed by a mixed-model strategy. Higher tiers deliver stronger capabilities at a higher Credit cost.
The key advantage of tiered models is that Qoder continuously optimizes the underlying model mix for each tier — you get better performance and cost efficiency over time without any changes on your end.

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2. Frontier Models (New Models)

This tab features the latest industry SOTA models, typically available for a limited time. You can be among the first to experience cutting-edge capabilities. Available models may change at any time; refer to the /model interface for what’s currently offered.

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3. Custom Models (Custom)

Connect models from your own provider subscriptions. Qoder supports a curated list of providers — simply configure your API key to start using them. Requirements:
  • Personal paid subscription required (Pro / Pro+ / Ultra)
  • Not available for Teams accounts
  • Free accounts cannot use this feature; upgrade your plan first

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Switching Models

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Switch in TUI

Type /model in TUI mode to open the model selector. The interface has three tabs corresponding to the three model categories above: 
/model
↑ / ↓ to navigate, Tab to switch tabs, Enter to confirm, Esc to close. Your selection is automatically saved to ~/.qoder.json and persists across sessions.

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Command-Line Flag

Use the --model flag to specify a tier at startup. This applies to the current session only and is not persisted: 
qodercli --model lite        # Free Lite tier
qodercli --model efficient   # Efficient tier
qodercli --model auto        # Auto tier

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Adding a Custom Model

  1. Type /model and switch to the Custom tab
  2. Select Add custom model... and press Enter
  3. Follow the prompts to select a Provider → Model Type → Model
  4. Enter your API key and any other required fields
  5. Once verified, the model is saved and ready to use
To delete a custom model, select it in the Custom tab and press d.