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Claude Task Master vs Continue

Claude Task Master (Task Management) and Continue (AI Assistant) take different approaches to development. Claude Task Master: AI-powered task-management system for Cursor Lovable Windsurf Roo and others Continue: Open-source plugin to create custom AI copilots in VS Code or JetBrains

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Claude Task Master

AI-powered task-management system for Cursor Lovable Windsurf Roo and others

Category
Task Management
Subcategory
Plugin
Pricing
Open Source
Tier
open-source
task managementplugin
Continue logo

Continue

Open-source plugin to create custom AI copilots in VS Code or JetBrains

Category
AI Assistant
Subcategory
IDE Plugin
Pricing
Open Source
Tier
open-source
ai assistantide pluginopen-source

Key differences

DimensionClaude Task MasterContinue
PricingOpen SourceOpen Source
PlatformPluginIDE Plugin
Open SourceNoYes
Capabilitiestask management, pluginai assistant, ide plugin, open-source

Choose Claude Task Master if...

  • Claude Task Master fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Continue if...

  • You need full control over the source code
  • You want to stay inside your existing editor

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Frequently asked questions

Is Claude Task Master or Continue better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Claude Task Master and Continue are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Claude Task Master or Continue?
Both have a open-source pricing model. Claude Task Master: Open Source. Continue: Open Source. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Claude Task Master and Continue together?
Yes — Claude Task Master (Task Management) and Continue (AI Assistant) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.
Is Continue open source?
Yes, Continue is open source. Claude Task Master is proprietary.

Verdict

Claude Task Master and Continue solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a task management or a ai assistant.

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