> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.replit.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Select the right Agent Mode

> Choose Free Mode, Power Mode, or Max Mode based on the work you want to do, the capability you need, and your available allowance or credits.

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        Agent Modes
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Agent Modes let you choose the balance between included allowance, credits, and capability before you send a request. Open the Agent settings dropdown in the prompt box, then select the mode that fits the work.

<Note>
  Economy Mode is no longer available. Power Mode replaces it at the same price.
</Note>

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## Choose a mode

* **Free Mode:** Available on Core and Pro plans. Use your allowance to explore ideas, ask questions, start building, and keep everyday work moving. The allowance refreshes every {FreeModeAllowanceRefreshPeriod}, and Free Mode uses Auto to select the model.
* **Power Mode:** A smart balance of speed and capability for most work. Use it when you need more than your Free Mode allowance or want a stronger default for an existing project.
* **Max Mode:** The most capable option for complex, ambitious work, larger codebases, and harder problems.

Power Mode and Max Mode use monthly credits. Replit lets you know before a request shifts from Free Mode to a mode that incurs usage costs. Check your remaining Free Mode allowance in **Settings** → **Usage**. For practical tips, see [Get the most out of Free Mode](/chat/free-mode).

Routines run in Power or Max Mode and require a per-run budget. They cannot run in Free Mode. Learn more about [Routines](/chat/routines).

## Learn more

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    <p>Compare Free Mode, Power Mode, and Max Mode in detail.</p>
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          Free Mode
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    <div className="chat-card-title">Get the most out of Free Mode</div>

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      Use your included allowance for everyday chat, creation, and building.
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## Check your allowance

Open **Settings** → **Usage** to see how much of your Free Mode allowance remains and when it will refresh. For practical tips, see [Get the most out of Free Mode](/chat/free-mode).

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