Grok Build vs Devin Desktop — Feature Comparison
Quick answer: Grok Build supports 18 of 18 tracked features; Devin Desktop supports 18 of 18. Matrix last updated November 13, 2026.
Grok Build (by SpaceXAI) vs Devin Desktop (by Cognition): a side-by-side comparison of tracked features, release cadence, and the latest releases of each tool. Data as of November 14, 2026, refreshed daily.
Verdict: Grok vs Devin Desktop
Both tools are evenly matched on tracked features, making the better choice entirely dependent on your workflow priorities rather than capability gaps. Grok Build and Devin Desktop each support all 18 tracked features, so neither holds a functional edge in the areas this comparison measures. Where they diverge meaningfully is in release cadence: Grok Build has shipped roughly four times as many updates in the recent 90-day window compared to Devin Desktop, signaling a team that is iterating rapidly and pushing changes frequently. For developers who want to be on the bleeding edge of improvements and fixes — and who are comfortable absorbing more frequent changes — Grok Build's aggressive cadence is a genuine advantage. Devin Desktop, by contrast, has accumulated a higher overall version number and a comparable total release count over its lifetime, suggesting a more measured, stability-oriented release rhythm in recent months. Teams operating in production-sensitive environments or those who prefer predictable update cycles may find Devin Desktop's steadier pace easier to manage. Since no tracked feature differentiates the two, the decision should hinge on how much update velocity you value versus release stability, and on whichever tool's user experience and integration story better fits your existing development environment. Evaluating both tools with a short hands-on trial remains the most reliable path to a confident decision.
Choose Grok Build if: Choose Grok Build if you prioritize rapid iteration and want the most frequently updated tooling, and you're comfortable adopting new changes at a fast clip.
Choose Devin Desktop if: Choose Devin Desktop if you prefer a more measured, stable release cadence and want a tool with a longer tracked version history suggesting a mature update pipeline.
Key differences
- Release velocity: Grok Build shipped roughly 4x more updates in the recent 90-day window than Devin Desktop
- Stability orientation: Devin Desktop's lower recent cadence suggests a more conservative, stability-focused update rhythm
- Feature parity: both tools support all 18 tracked features with no differentiation on capability coverage
- Version maturity: Devin Desktop carries a higher overall version number, indicating a longer or differently structured release history
- Adoption risk: Grok Build's high churn suits early adopters; Devin Desktop's steadier pace suits teams needing predictability
At a glance
| Tool | Latest version | Release date | Releases tracked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grok Build | v1.0.85 | November 13, 2026 | 194 |
| Devin Desktop | v3.12.57 | November 12, 2026 | 153 |
Grok vs Devin Desktop: key feature differences
Grok Build supports 18 of 18 tracked features; Devin Desktop supports 18 of 18. Both support 18 features.
What Grok has that Devin Desktop doesn't
None in the tracked matrix.
What Devin Desktop has that Grok doesn't
None in the tracked matrix.
Release cadence: Grok vs Devin Desktop
Grok ships more often: 76 releases in the last 90 days versus 21 for Devin Desktop. Counts are as of November 14, 2026.
| Metric | Grok | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Releases in the last 30 days | 25 | 13 |
| Releases in the last 90 days | 76 | 21 |
| Median gap between recent releases | 1 day | 2 days |
| Releases tracked | 194 | 153 |
| First tracked release | May 17, 2026 | November 13, 2024 |
What's new in Grok and Devin Desktop
Latest Grok Build releases
- Grok Build v1.0.85 (November 13, 2026) — Grok Build 1.0.85
- Grok Build v1.0.84 (November 12, 2026) — Grok Build 1.0.84
- Grok Build v1.0.83 (November 11, 2026) — Grok Build 1.0.83
Latest Devin Desktop releases
- Devin Desktop v3.12.57 (November 12, 2026) — Devin Desktop 3.12.57 is here: Electron 43.8.8 security upgrades, a responsive model picker, safer file handling, and smarter image sizing for GPT and Gemini. Curious what else changed?
- Devin Desktop v3.12.59 (November 12, 2026) — Terminal text looking tiny and spaced out with GPU acceleration on? Devin Desktop 3.12.59 fixes that. Download it and see the difference.
- Devin Desktop v3.12.43 (November 9, 2026) — Devin Desktop 3.12.43 is here: Devin Local keeps going after output limits, drag files straight into the panel, and Mermaid diagrams finally draw in collapsed sections. What else did this release…
Core Editing
Multi-file editing, streaming, undo capabilities
| Feature | Grok | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-file Editing — Edit multiple files in a single operation | ✓ since 1.0.53 | ✓ since 3.11.231 |
| Streaming Output — Real-time streaming of AI responses | ✓ since 1.0.62 | ✓ since 3.10.23 |
| Undo/Redo — Ability to undo and redo changes | ✓ since 1.0.67 | ✓ since 3.7.16 |
| Diff View — Visual comparison of changes | ✓ since 1.0.53 | ✓ since 3.12.59 |
Terminal Integration
Shell and command execution support
| Feature | Grok | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Command Execution — Run shell commands | ✓ since 1.0.69 | ✓ since 3.12.57 |
| Shell Integration — Integration with user shell environment | ✓ since 1.0.64 | ✓ since 1.13.3 |
| Background Tasks — Run tasks in background | ✓ since 1.0.67 | ✓ since 3.12.57 |
MCP Support
Model Context Protocol server and client capabilities
| Feature | Grok | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| MCP Client — Connect to MCP servers | ✓ since 1.0.64 | ✓ since 3.12.32 |
| MCP Server — Expose as MCP server | ✓ since 1.0.64 | ✓ since 3.12.32 |
| Custom Tools — Define and use custom tools | ✓ since 1.0.1 | ✓ since 3.7.16 |
IDE Integrations
VS Code, JetBrains, and other editor support
| Feature | Grok | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| VS Code — Visual Studio Code integration | ✓ since 1.0.1 | ✓ since 3.12.32 |
| JetBrains — IntelliJ/WebStorm integration | ✓ since 0.2.96 | ✓ since 1.11.0 |
| Vim/Neovim — Vim or Neovim integration | ✓ since 1.0.69 | ✓ since 1.12.31 |
| Web UI — Browser-based interface | ✓ since 1.0.64 | ✓ since 3.11.231 |
Agentic Features
Planning, tool use, and autonomous capabilities
| Feature | Grok | Devin Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Planning Mode — Plan before executing changes | ✓ since 1.0.68 | ✓ since 3.12.57 |
| Autonomous Mode — Extended autonomous operation | ✓ since 1.0.67 | ✓ since 3.11.212 |
| Task Decomposition — Break complex tasks into steps | ✓ since 1.0.67 | ✓ since 2.2.17 |
| Context Management — Manage context across conversations | ✓ since 1.0.68 | ✓ since 3.11.234 |
Feature timeline: who shipped first
First release where Grok and Devin Desktop each shipped a notable feature, and which tool led.
| Feature | Grok | Devin Desktop | Who led |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skills / Plugins | June 11, 2026 | January 12, 2026 | Devin Desktop first, 150d ahead |
| Sandboxing / Permission Modes | August 26, 2026 | June 16, 2026 | Devin Desktop first, 71d ahead |
| Subagents / Parallel Agents | June 18, 2026 | October 16, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 245d ahead |
| Background Tasks | September 4, 2026 | April 15, 2026 | Devin Desktop first, 142d ahead |
| Extended Thinking | July 1, 2026 | February 25, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 491d ahead |
| Hooks | June 18, 2026 | December 10, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 190d ahead |
| Image / Vision Input | May 20, 2026 | November 27, 2024 | Devin Desktop first, 539d ahead |
| MCP Support | — | February 13, 2025 | only Devin Desktop |
| Voice Input | July 1, 2026 | July 17, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 349d ahead |
| Web Search / Fetch | May 21, 2026 | January 17, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 489d ahead |
| Headless / Non-interactive Mode | August 26, 2026 | April 28, 2026 | Devin Desktop first, 120d ahead |
| Checkpoints / Rewind | May 28, 2026 | — | only Grok |
| Custom Slash Commands | July 9, 2026 | May 6, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 429d ahead |
| Project Memory Files | September 16, 2026 | December 11, 2024 | Devin Desktop first, 644d ahead |
| Git / PR Integration | — | April 2, 2025 | only Devin Desktop |
| Planning Mode | October 20, 2026 | June 10, 2025 | Devin Desktop first, 497d ahead |
| Todo / Task List | May 22, 2026 | — | only Grok |
| JetBrains Support | May 26, 2026 | November 13, 2024 | Devin Desktop first, 559d ahead |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Grok Build or Devin Desktop?
Both tools are evenly matched on tracked features, making the better choice entirely dependent on your workflow priorities rather than capability gaps. Grok Build and Devin Desktop each support all 18 tracked features, so neither holds a functional edge in the areas this comparison measures. Where they diverge meaningfully is in release cadence: Grok Build has shipped roughly four times as many updates in the recent 90-day window compared to Devin Desktop, signaling a team that is iterating rapidly and pushing changes frequently. For developers who want to be on the bleeding edge of improvements and fixes — and who are comfortable absorbing more frequent changes — Grok Build's aggressive cadence is a genuine advantage. Devin Desktop, by contrast, has accumulated a higher overall version number and a comparable total release count over its lifetime, suggesting a more measured, stability-oriented release rhythm in recent months. Teams operating in production-sensitive environments or those who prefer predictable update cycles may find Devin Desktop's steadier pace easier to manage. Since no tracked feature differentiates the two, the decision should hinge on how much update velocity you value versus release stability, and on whichever tool's user experience and integration story better fits your existing development environment. Evaluating both tools with a short hands-on trial remains the most reliable path to a confident decision.
What is the difference between Grok and Devin Desktop?
Grok Build supports 18 of 18 tracked features; Devin Desktop supports 18 of 18. Both support 18 tracked features.
Which gets updated more often, Grok or Devin Desktop?
Grok Build ships more often. In the 90 days to November 14, 2026, Havoptic tracked 76 Grok releases and 21 Devin Desktop releases (194 and 153 releases tracked in total). Grok's median gap between its last 21 releases is 1 day. Devin Desktop's median gap between its last 21 releases is 2 days.
What are the latest versions of Grok and Devin Desktop?
The latest Grok Build release is v1.0.85, released November 13, 2026. The latest Devin Desktop release is v3.12.57, released November 12, 2026.
Do Grok and Devin Desktop support MCP (Model Context Protocol)?
Grok Build supports MCP Client, MCP Server, and Custom Tools. Devin Desktop supports MCP Client, MCP Server, and Custom Tools.
Release velocity
Havoptic tracks 194 Grok releases and 153 Devin Desktop releases. See release frequency charts for side-by-side velocity analysis, or browse the Grok Build changelog and Devin Desktop changelog.
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Data source
Feature data is maintained in feature-matrix.json under a CC-BY-4.0 license. Release data comes from releases.json. Both are updated daily. See the methodology page for details on sourcing and human review.