Alex

Alex is a desktop application that integrates directly with Xcode as an AI-powered coding assistant for iOS and macOS development. It works inside your existing IDE to help you write, debug, and manage Swift projects faster. You can type a few characters and hit Tab to get AI-suggested code completions, automatically fix errors that Xcode flags, add Swift packages, and even run your app in the Simulator—all without leaving your workflow.

What makes Alex stand out is its deep integration with Xcode's native environment and its focus on developer privacy. Unlike some cloud-based assistants, Alex doesn't send your code to its servers by default. You can connect it to your own OpenAI-compatible endpoint, including local models, keeping your source code on your machine. The tool also includes features like an AI image-to-code generator, semantic search across your codebase, web search, and voice input for hands-free coding.

This tool is built for iOS developers who want to speed up their daily work in Xcode. Whether you're building a new feature, wrestling with a stubborn bug, or managing project dependencies, Alex acts as a co-pilot that understands the context of your Swift project. The pricing is geared toward professional developers, with a Pro plan offering monthly chat credits and an Unlimited plan for power users. Over 25,000 developers have used Alex to ship apps like Granola and Willow Voice, demonstrating its practical utility in real-world development.