Terminal-first developers already on Google's coding agent can script tasks for free, within the 15-task daily cap unless they pay for Google AI.
Kenning's take
What it does
Jules Tools is a command-line interface for Jules, Google's asynchronous coding agent that works in a cloud virtual machine and returns pull requests. From the terminal, developers can start tasks on connected repositories, list and inspect running sessions, and script Jules into their own automations. It installs with npm and uses the same Jules plan limits as the web app.
- Install with npm install -g @google/jules
- Start remote Jules sessions on a repo
- List and inspect tasks and repos
- Scriptable for automation
- Terminal interface with themes
Who it suits. Developers who already use Jules and want to drive it from the terminal or scripts.
Key facts
- Category
- Developer tools
- Made by
- Based in
- United States
- Released
- 2 October 2025
- How to get it
- free npm install; needs a Jules account, with higher limits on Google AI Pro and Ultra
- Works on
- CLI, macOS, Linux, Windows
- Free plan
- Yes, Jules free tier with 15 daily tasks and 3 concurrent tasks
FAQ
When did Google release Jules Tools?
Google announced it on its developers blog on 2 October 2025.
How do I install Jules Tools?
Run npm install -g @google/jules.
Is Jules free?
There is a free tier with 15 tasks a day. Jules in Pro allows 100 and Jules in Ultra 300.
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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