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Codeflash

AI that finds the fastest version of your Python code, then proves it still behaves the same.

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Best for
Python developers
Languages
Python · JS · Java · C++
IDE
VS Code plugin
Pro
$9/mo
Free tier
10 files / mo
Trial
14 days, no card
The rundown

What Codeflash is, and when to reach for it

Codeflash is an AI performance engineer for your Python code. It profiles your functions, finds the ones that are actually slow, rewrites them, and verifies the rewrite returns the same results before you accept it. The focus is Python, where it reports average runtime cuts of around 50%, with JavaScript, Java, and C++ supported too.

What sets it apart from a general code assistant is that it measures first and checks its work. Instead of guessing, it benchmarks your function, targets the real hotspot, and tests every change against the original so a speed-up can't quietly alter behavior. That makes it a strong fit for working developers and data teams who care about runtime and cost, and a poor fit if what you want is Copilot-style code generation.

Proof, not vibes

Before and after, benchmarked

Original
def slow_sum(numbers):
    total = 0
    for num in numbers:
        total += num * 2
    return total
Optimized
import numpy as np

def fast_sum(numbers):
    return np.sum(np.array(numbers) * 2)
5 ms to under 0.5 ms · 90% faster · correctness verified
What you get

Key features

Automatic profiling

Benchmarks your functions to find the real hotspots instead of guessing where time goes.

Verified correctness

Every optimization is tested against the original, so refactors can't quietly change behavior.

IDE integration

A VS Code plugin flags slow sections in real time as you write, with inline explanations.

What-if simulator

Preview the impact before applying: a query rewrite that cuts SQL calls by 40%.

The honest take

Pros & cons

Worth it for

  • Measurable speedups, around 50% average runtime cuts
  • Keeps code readable and maintainable
  • Explains every change so you learn from it
  • 14-day Pro trial, no credit card

Keep in mind

  • Python-first; other languages are lighter
  • Built for performance, not general code generation
  • Requires uploading your code to the cloud
Plans

Pricing

Free $0 forever Optimize up to 10 files per month. Good for quick checks.
Popular Pro $9 / mo Unlimited optimizations and IDE integration.
Enterprise $29 / user Team collaboration and custom training data.
Good to know

Questions

Which languages does Codeflash support?
Python is the primary focus, with support for JavaScript, Java, and C++ as well.
How does it make sure the faster code still works?
Every optimization is tested against the original function, so a speed-up can't silently change behavior.
Do I need to leave my editor?
No. The VS Code plugin highlights slow sections and suggests fixes inline as you code.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The free tier covers 10 files per month, and Pro has a 14-day trial with no credit card.
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