Head-to-Head Comparison

Sourcegraph CodyvsOpenAI API

Compare Sourcegraph Cody with OpenAI API to determine which tool better fits your AI development workflow.

Sourcegraph Cody

Enterprise AssistantIntermediate

Context-aware AI coding assistant with enterprise-grade LLM flexibility and code graph integration

Learning Time
2-4 weeks to proficiency
Popularity
72%

Top Advantages:

Multiple LLM support (GPT-4, Claude, Gemini)
Bring-Your-Own-LLM flexibility
Enterprise codegraph integration

OpenAI API

Language ModelsBeginner

Industry-leading GPT models for natural language processing, content generation, and conversational AI

Learning Time
1-2 weeks to proficiency
Popularity
98%

Top Advantages:

State-of-the-art language understanding
Extensive documentation and examples
Large developer community

Head-to-Head Comparison

CriteriaCodyWinnerOpenAI
Popularity72%98%
Learning Curve2-4 weeks to proficiency1-2 weeks to proficiency
Pricing$9/month Pro, $59/user/month EnterpriseSimilarPay-per-token, starts at $0.002/1K tokens
CategoryEnterprise AssistantDifferentLanguage Models

When to Choose Which Tool

Choose Cody When:

  • You need enterprise assistant capabilities
  • Your team prefers intermediate complexity tools
  • Budget allows for: $9/month Pro, $59/user/month Enterprise

Choose OpenAI When:

  • You need language models capabilities
  • Your team prefers beginner complexity tools
  • Budget allows for: Pay-per-token, starts at $0.002/1K tokens

Bottom Line

OpenAI has higher industry adoption (98% vs 72%), but Cody might be better for specific enterprise assistant needs.

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