HiveTerm
HiveTerm is a desktop application designed to streamline development workflows by integrating AI agents and development tools into a single, cohesive workspace.
Our verdict
Who it's for
One workspace where AI agents and dev tools collaborate seamlessly with config-driven process monitoring.
Who should look elsewhere
Requires learning a new configuration system (`hive.yml`).
Pros
- +Consolidates multiple terminals and dev tools into one workspace.
- +Automates complex development tasks through AI agent coordination.
- +Ensures consistent development environments across teams with `hive.yml`.
- +Provides robust process monitoring, crash recovery, and output buffering.
- +Offers a free tier sufficient for real project use with agents.
Cons
- −Requires learning a new configuration system (`hive.yml`).
- −The free tier has limitations on projects, bees, and sub-agents.
- −Relies on external AI keys (OpenAI or Groq) for voice input functionality.
Key features
- ✓AI Agent Workspace
- ✓Config-driven setup (hive.yml)
- ✓Built-in MCP Server for agent coordination
- ✓Sub-agent spawning
- ✓Process monitoring & auto-restart
- ✓Split panes and tab switching in real terminals with PTY support
- ✓Desktop notifications from agents
- ✓Cross-platform (Mac/Win/Linux)
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | month | $0 forever; 1 project, 2 agents, 2 routines; 3 MCP sub-agents per agent |
| Pro | $99 | month | $99/year; Unlimited projects, agents, routines, mobile, voice; 14-day trial, no card |