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About
Sweep AI is a purpose-built AI coding assistant designed from the ground up for JetBrains IDEs. Unlike generic AI tools bolted onto editors as an afterthought, Sweep is engineered specifically for IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, Android Studio, WebStorm, PhpStorm, GoLand, Rider, and the full JetBrains family—one plugin, every IDE. At its core, Sweep offers two flagship capabilities. The first is its custom Tab autocomplete model, which predicts and suggests precise multi-line code changes in milliseconds—just press Tab to accept. The second is an AI Agent that can understand your entire codebase by indexing it locally, enabling context-aware refactors, bug fixes, and feature generation that actually make sense in your project. Sweep is SOC 2 compliant with a strict zero data retention policy—no code is sent to or stored by third parties. It runs on Sweep's own proprietary LLMs, giving teams full control over privacy and security. Additional features include remote MCP server support with OAuth 2.0/2.1, AI-powered code review for diffs between branches, and web search and fetch capabilities from within the IDE. With a 4.9-star rating on the JetBrains Marketplace and over 40,000 installs, Sweep is trusted by engineers at companies like Ramp and Amplitude. It is ideal for professional developers, tech leads, and engineering teams who want world-class AI assistance without abandoning their preferred IDE.
Key Features
- Tab Autocomplete Model: Sweep's custom-trained Tab model suggests precise, multi-line code completions in milliseconds. Accept changes instantly by pressing Tab.
- AI Coding Agent: An agentic AI that can understand your full codebase, perform refactors, fix bugs, and implement features using context-aware reasoning.
- Codebase Indexing: Sweep indexes your entire project locally, enabling suggestions that are aware of your architecture, naming conventions, and existing code patterns.
- AI Code Review: Review diffs between branches directly in your IDE with Sweep's AI, surfacing potential issues and improvements before merging.
- Privacy-First & SOC 2 Compliant: Runs on proprietary LLMs with zero data retention by third parties. SOC 2 compliant and enterprise-ready for security-conscious teams.
Use Cases
- Accelerating day-to-day feature development in PyCharm or IntelliJ with instant AI autocomplete that understands project context.
- Using the AI Agent to perform large-scale refactors across a codebase, such as migrating an API or renaming domain concepts consistently.
- Conducting AI-assisted code reviews of pull request diffs directly inside the IDE before merging to main.
- Enabling enterprise engineering teams to adopt AI coding tools while satisfying security and compliance requirements with SOC 2 and zero data retention.
- Replacing the need to context-switch between multiple tools (e.g., Cursor + GoLand) by bringing full AI capabilities into the developer's preferred JetBrains IDE.
Pros
- Best-in-class JetBrains integration: Unlike tools that treat JetBrains as an afterthought, Sweep is architected specifically for the JetBrains ecosystem, covering all major IDEs with a single plugin.
- Ultra-fast autocomplete: The custom Tab model delivers near-instantaneous predictions, making the AI feel like a natural extension of the developer's own thought process.
- Strong privacy guarantees: SOC 2 compliance and a zero data retention policy make Sweep suitable for enterprises with strict security requirements.
Cons
- JetBrains only: Sweep is exclusively available for JetBrains IDEs. Developers using VS Code, Neovim, or other editors cannot use this tool.
- Pricing not publicly detailed: Specific pricing tiers and usage limits require visiting the pricing page, making it harder to compare costs upfront.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which JetBrains IDEs does Sweep support?
Sweep supports all major JetBrains IDEs including IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, Android Studio, WebStorm, PhpStorm, GoLand, Rider, and more—one plugin works across the entire JetBrains family.
Is my code sent to third-party AI providers?
No. Sweep uses its own proprietary LLMs and enforces a strict zero data retention policy. Your code is never stored or shared with third parties.
How is Sweep different from JetBrains AI Assistant?
Sweep is rated the #1 AI plugin on the JetBrains Marketplace, offering faster autocomplete speeds, a more capable coding agent, and stronger privacy controls compared to JetBrains' built-in AI tools.
Does Sweep work on large codebases?
Yes. Sweep indexes your entire project to provide context-aware suggestions that understand your codebase's structure, services, and dependencies.
Is there a free version available?
Yes. Sweep can be downloaded and installed for free from the JetBrains Marketplace. Paid plans with additional features and usage are also available.
