Meta Debuts AI Coding Agent Muse: Here’s How It Compares to Claude Code and Codex

Meta has launched Muse, a new AI coding agent designed to compete with Anthropic's Claude and OpenAI's Codex. Operating directly in the terminal, Muse coordinates subagents and maintains stability during crashes. While Meta aims to offer a more affordable alternative to its competitors, benchmark results indicate that Muse currently lags behind in key performance areas. The tool represents Meta's strategic move to enter the specialized AI coding market by prioritizing accessibility and operational resilience.