Overview
Re_gent and Terminal Mode by Even Realities address two different but complementary needs in the AI-assisted coding workflow. Re_gent is a version control system for AI agent actions, providing a complete audit trail and rollback capabilities. Terminal Mode by Even Realities is a smart glasses interface that lets developers monitor and interact with coding agents remotely, freeing them from their desks.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Re_gent | Terminal Mode by Even Realities |
|---|---|---|
| Core Purpose | Version control for AI agent actions | Ambient terminal on smart glasses |
| Primary Interface | Command-line tool (rgt) | Even G2 smart glasses |
| Audit Trail | Full content-addressed storage | Real-time status display |
| Rollback / Undo | Yes | No |
| Multi-Agent Support | Yes (branching) | Yes (multiple sessions) |
| Remote Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Supported AI Tools | Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode (current) | Any agent provider via --provider |
| Installation | Git clone or download | npm install -g |
| Pricing | Free forever, Apache-2.0 | Requires Even G2 glasses purchase |
| Target User | Developers needing deep audit control | Developers wanting mobility |
Pricing
Re_gent: Free forever under Apache-2.0 license. No paid tiers or subscriptions. The project is community-driven and open-source.
Terminal Mode by Even Realities: The Terminal Mode software is free to install and use, but it requires the Even G2 smart glasses hardware, which is a separate purchase. The glasses cost several hundred dollars depending on configuration.
Pros and Cons
Re_gent Pros
- Complete audit trail of every agent action and prompt
- Ability to undo and rollback agent work across files and sessions
- Free and open-source (Apache-2.0 license)
- Multi-agent branching without conflicts
- Works with multiple AI coding tools (Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode)
Re_gent Cons
- No remote monitoring capability – must be at your desk
- Requires command-line familiarity
- Still in public alpha with limited tool support (more planned)
Terminal Mode by Even Realities Pros
- Remote monitoring from anywhere via smart glasses
- Hands-free interaction with ring tap and voice
- Real-time status of multiple agent sessions
- Keeps developers mobile and in flow
- Positive community feedback and active development
Terminal Mode by Even Realities Cons
- Requires expensive hardware (Even G2 glasses)
- No version history or rollback features
- Dependent on phone app for pairing
- Battery life of glasses limits usage
Verdict
Choose Re_gent if you need deep version control and auditability for AI agent actions, especially in a local development environment. Choose Terminal Mode by Even Realities if you value mobility and real-time remote monitoring of agents, and are willing to invest in smart glasses hardware. Both tools complement each other and can be used together for a comprehensive agent workflow.
Re_gent
Terminal Mode by Even Realities