claude-context vs planning-with-files

Side-by-side comparison of two AI agent tools

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claude-contextopen-source

Code search MCP for Claude Code. Make entire codebase the context for any coding agent.

Persistent file-based planning for AI coding agents and long-running tasks. Crash-proof markdown plans, session recovery after /clear and compaction, per-turn r

Metrics

claude-contextplanning-with-files
Stars12.6k27.2k
Star velocity /mo1.0k2.3k
Commits (90d)3237
Releases (6m)010
Overall score0.425072971549390940.8039568963116691

FAQ

Which is more popular, claude-context or planning-with-files?
planning-with-files has more GitHub stars (27,205 vs 12,580).
Which is more actively developed, claude-context or planning-with-files?
planning-with-files had more commits in the last 90 days (237 vs 3).
Should I use claude-context or planning-with-files?
Compare their capabilities, limitations and "best for" notes above. Both are open source, so trying each on a small task is the fastest way to decide.