Review of Baton
Baton is a desktop app that lets you launch and monitor multiple AI coding agents in parallel — Claude Code, Gemini CLI, Codex CLI — each isolated in its own Git worktree. With a Monaco diff viewer and file-by-file rollback, it provides full control over agent work. Available on Mac, Windows, and Linux for a one-time purchase of $49 with a 14-day free trial.
Baton: Multipliez votre productivité de développement en orchestrant Claude Code, Gemini CLI et Codex CLI en parallèle.
Best for
- Solo developers looking to parallelize their AI coding productivity
- Freelancers and consultants managing multiple features or bug fixes simultaneously
- CLI agent power users wanting a visual desktop orchestrator
- Teams looking to test different AI approaches on the same problem
Not ideal for
- Beginner developers unfamiliar with Git, worktrees, and CLI tools
- Teams looking for a cloud-based or collaborative AI coding solution
- Users who want a tool without pre-installing CLI agents
- Projects without a Git base that cannot benefit from worktree isolation
Pros & cons
- ✅ Multi-agent parallelism: run Claude Code, Gemini CLI, and Codex CLI simultaneously
- ✅ Git worktree isolation: each agent works on its own branch with no conflicts
- ✅ Integrated Monaco diff viewer to inspect every agent change
- ✅ File-by-file rollback to selectively reject unwanted modifications
- ✅ One-time purchase at $49, no subscription, with a 14-day free trial
- ⚠️ Interface available in English only, no localization available
- ⚠️ Requires CLI agents to be pre-installed (Claude Code, Gemini CLI…) separately
- ⚠️ Desktop-only tool, no web or cloud access
- ⚠️ Learning curve for managing Git worktrees and agent presets
Our verdict
Baton addresses a very specific need: developers already using AI coding agents (Claude Code, Gemini CLI, Codex) who want them to work in parallel without drowning in branch management and Git conflicts. The Git worktree isolation is a brilliant architectural decision that guarantees agents don't interfere with each other. The Monaco diff viewer and file-by-file rollback give surgical control over agent work, allowing you to accept only the desired changes. The one-time purchase at $49 model is particularly attractive for developers who don't want another monthly subscription. The 14-day trial with guaranteed refund reduces risk to zero. If you already work with CLI agents and want to multiply your productivity, Baton is the orchestrator you need.
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FAQ
What is Git worktree isolation in Baton?
Each agent launched by Baton works in its own Git worktree with its own branch. This means agents never interfere with each other — no stashing, no branch switching, no conflicts.
Which AI agents does Baton support?
Baton supports Claude Code, Gemini CLI, and Codex CLI. It allows defining custom presets with specific launch modes and startup scripts for each agent.
Is Baton free?
Baton offers a 14-day free trial with a guaranteed refund. The permanent purchase is $49 as a one-time payment with no recurring subscription.
How does rollback work in Baton?
Baton includes a Monaco diff viewer that shows exactly what each agent modified. You can accept or reject changes file by file, or even line by line for granular control.
Do I need to install CLI agents separately?
Yes, Baton is an orchestrator: it requires that you have already installed the CLI agents you wish to use (Claude Code, Gemini CLI, etc.) on your machine.