# MiniMax Code MiniMax desktop app for programming and office work, formerly offered at the MiniMax Agent address; with a local workspace, computer use, agent teams and schedules. Canonical profile: https://ki-agentenkompass.de/en/agents/minimax-code/ Editor: [Michael Meierhoff](https://ki-agentenkompass.de/en/about/) Sources reviewed: 2026-11-05 Basis: provider documentation. Examples are editorial suggestions, not hands-on product tests. ## Overview The changelog says for v3.0.33 (29 May 2026) that the desktop app was officially renamed MiniMax Code. It does not name the earlier name; on the reviewed pages, "MiniMax Agent" only still appears in addresses such as agent.minimax.io. According to the provider, the command line is open source under MIT as the core of the client; the page names no license for the desktop app. MiniMax also develops the M models. - Provider: MiniMax - Product family: MiniMax Code - Profile type: General desktop agent with coding and work modes - Environment: Desktop app for macOS 12 or newer and Windows 10 or newer, local and cloud sessions; plus the `mcode` command line with web interface, headless and ACP - Connections: MCP servers, plugins, skills and Mini Apps; Telegram, WeChat and Lark for remote control; custom model providers through BYOK - Setup: Download the app and sign in with a MiniMax account. There are separate versions for global (code.minimax.io) and mainland China (code.minimax.cn). Without `--language=en`, Homebrew installs the mainland China version, and `mcode login` without `--region global` signs in to a mainland China account. The command line needs Node.js 22.19 or newer in the 22 line, or Node.js 24, 25 or 26. - Pricing model: M Plan: Go $22, Explore $55, Build $132 per month. Plus credit packs, API keys or custom models. The command line is under MIT. ## Key features ### Coding and Work modes Both use the same agent capabilities. Coding keeps files, changes, terminal and browser within reach, while Work focuses on results such as documents, research and spreadsheets. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/modes.md ### Computer Use and browser The agent can operate apps on your computer and has a built-in browser for previews and debugging. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/user-guide ### Agent Team Specialized agents split a task, carry it out, track progress and combine the results. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/team.md ### Local and cloud sessions Local sessions run on your device, cloud sessions remotely. `/` and Continue in Cloud hands over a task, with at most 500 MB per file and in total. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/tasks.md ### Scheduled tasks Tasks run on a set schedule or immediately by hand. They depend on the desktop runtime. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/schedules.md ### Remote control and messengers From a paired phone you check progress, send instructions and grant approvals. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/remote-control.md ### MCP and plugins MCP servers connect local commands and remote services. The configuration lives locally, and teams can distribute MCP through plugins. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/mcp.md ## Example workflows ### Change in a local project - Your input: An attached workspace and a clear task in Coding mode. - Possible result: The agent edits files and shows diffs and terminal output. - What to check: Review the edits in the Changes panel and grant approvals for deleting and uploading by hand. ### Schedule a recurring report - Your input: A scheduled task in Work mode with a name, instruction, agent and time. - Possible result: The agent creates the report at the scheduled time in a conversation. - What to check: Check whether the computer was awake and the app was running, and read the result. ## Requirements and limits ### Account and system requirements Requirement: macOS 12 or newer or Windows 10 or newer, sign-in with a MiniMax account. The page does not say whether BYOK works without a MiniMax account. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/get-started/download.md ### Schedules need the running app Limitation: If the computer sleeps or the app is not running, tasks may not run on time. The page does not say whether missed runs are made up. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/schedules.md ### Only the command line is confirmed as open Limitation: The minimax-code repository is under MIT and contains the core of the client. According to the provider, model requests and some tools still reach remote services. The page names no license for the desktop app. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/techblog/minimax-code-harness.md ### No sandbox in the command line docs Limitation: The command line security page describes no sandbox and instead advises an isolated workspace for full permissions. Full access mode skips the normal checks. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/security.md ### Maturity of individual parts Not yet confirmed: The changelog lists desktop v3.1.10 (1 November 2026) and CLI 0.7.4 (31 October 2026). Individual features such as Programmatic Tool Calling have beta status. It makes no statement on the overall status. Source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/changelog.md ## A good fit if … - you want a desktop agent for code and office tasks in one app - you want to control progress and approvals from your phone as well - you want to choose between M Plan, an API key and custom models ## Less suitable if … - you need central roles and SSO for a team - you need binding information on storage location and retention for Europe - schedules must also run while your computer is off Editorial assessment based on provider documentation. Not a product test. ## Usable AI models Open choice MiniMax models through your M Plan account are the default. In the settings you add a preset provider via BYOK or freely enter name, base URL, key and API format, with OpenRouter available as a preset. The docs do not mention local models, and some features such as suggestions are not available with your own models. - Model families named: MiniMax · Other models can be connected freely - Model choice: You choose - Your own API key: Yes - Router or custom endpoint: Yes - Local models: Not stated Documented · Sources accessed on: 2026-11-05 - [MiniMax Code: BYOK](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/account/byok.md) - [MiniMax: Changelog](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/changelog.md) - [MiniMax: M Plan FAQ](https://platform.minimax.io/docs/m-plan/faq) ## Europe & regional availability Read the privacy policy (as of 19 January 2026), the terms of use and the docs. They do not mention the EU, the EEA, the UK or Switzerland. Statements on location only reflect the wording. Reviewed scope: Global version of the app; the mainland China version not reviewed Reviewed on: 2026-11-05 ### Operator and transfers Availability still unclear The operator is Nanonoble Pte. Ltd. In its section on Singapore, the policy says data is generally not transferred out of Singapore; if it is, comparable protection is sought. It names no storage location. It does not mention model training. Region covered: EU/EEA, United Kingdom and Switzerland Documented reason: The policy contains no separate rule for Europe. Official source: https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/privacy-policy.html ### Availability in Europe Availability still unclear The terms do not promise that the services are accessible or appropriate everywhere. Anyone using them from outside Singapore is responsible for complying with local laws. Singapore law applies, and the minimum age is 16. Region covered: EU/EEA, United Kingdom and Switzerland Documented reason: The terms do not mention Europe; an availability commitment is missing. Official source: https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/terms-of-service.html ### Local data and cloud sessions Availability still unclear The app mainly works locally, while cloud sessions run remotely and only receive files you confirm for the handoff. The page names no location for the cloud. With BYOK, the data path depends on your provider. Region covered: EU/EEA, United Kingdom and Switzerland Documented reason: Depends on the session type and model choice. Official source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/help/faq.md Official source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/tasks.md Official source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/account/byok.md ## Accounts & permissions Based on provider documentation. Permissions depend on the account, integration and organization policies. Review the permissions actually requested before use. Configuration covered: Desktop app with a MiniMax account; command line also with your own key Sources reviewed: 2026-11-05 ### Account used Documented with conditions: You sign in with a MiniMax account, separately for global and mainland China. The subscription terms prohibit shared accounts. The reviewed pages name no SSO, roles or team administration. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/get-started/download.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/question.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/payment-policy.html ### Admin approval Documented: The app asks before sensitive actions, such as reading outside the workspace, editing or deleting, commands and tools with external effects. This also applies to actions through remote control or messengers. According to the terms, the browser agent pauses before login and payment. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/permissions.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/terms-of-service.html ### Data access & team sharing Documented with conditions: The app works with local files, the terminal, the browser and, through Computer Use, apps on your computer. You can relax the levels for trusted routines. The reviewed docs describe no sandbox. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/user-guide Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/permissions.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/security.md ## Prices and included usage Pricing checked: 2026-11-05 M Plan is the subscription for the app. Regularly, Go costs $22, Explore $55 and Build $132 per month. According to the docs, tiers and quotas follow the current product interface. ### M Plan Go $22 per month Base quota, text, image and audio models; without the H3 video model. Price source: https://platform.minimax.io/docs/guides/pricing-token-plan ### M Plan Explore $55 per month Three times the quota of Go, with the H3 video model. Price source: https://platform.minimax.io/docs/guides/pricing-token-plan ### M Plan Build $132 per month 7.5 times the quota of Go, with the H3 video model. Price source: https://platform.minimax.io/docs/guides/pricing-token-plan ### Custom models (BYOK) Depends on the provider Your own key; costs depend on the provider you add. Price source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/account/byok.md According to the page, the 50% first-month discount ended on 14 October 2026. Subscriptions renew automatically; fees paid are non-refundable unless the law requires otherwise. Daily check-ins earn points valid for 30 days. According to the FAQ, credit packs last one year. Third-party pricing was not used as evidence. Pricing details: https://platform.minimax.io/docs/m-plan/monthly-offer ## Operation & oversight Based on public provider documentation. Assessments are editorial inferences from the stated properties. Actual time requirements and reliability have not been measured. Deployment covered: Local runtime with data on your computer; cloud sessions at the provider Sources reviewed: 2026-11-05 ### Files and working state Documented: The app mainly uses a local runtime and a local data directory, `.mavis` and `.minimax` in the home directory. Each conversation creates a task record. Local and cloud files do not sync continuously after a handoff. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/help/faq.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/question.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/tasks.md ### Sign-ins Documented with conditions: The app signs you in to the MiniMax account. The command line reads provider keys from environment variables and warns against keys in repositories and logs. The page does not say where the app itself stores credentials. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/get-started/download.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/security.md ### Starting further runs Documented with conditions: Scheduled tasks run on schedule when saved and enabled and while the app runs. Remote control and messengers can give further instructions. The reviewed pages name no event triggers. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/schedules.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/remote-control.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/im.md ### Human intervention Documented: Permission prompts decide what runs automatically. The docs advise approving deleting, overwriting, uploading and outbound messages by hand. Approvals also work from the phone. The command line has Ask, Auto, Full access and Off. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/permissions.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/remote-control.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/security.md ### Detecting errors Documented with conditions: `mcode exec` returns exit codes and a JSON `status` field, and pending questions end as an error. In the app, panels show command output and diffs. The page does not say how failed scheduled runs are reported. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/automation.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/user-guide Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/schedules.md ### Resuming after failures Documented with conditions: `mcode exec` resumes sessions with `--session` or `--continue`. The changelog names automatic retries on timeouts and network errors as well as `/retry` for paused goals. The docs describe no separate retry for headless use. Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/automation.md Evidence: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/changelog.md ### Editorial assessment For a start, the app with an account is enough. Local data and approvals are described, the sandbox, team administration and behavior on missed runs are not. Before using it, settle which version you use and where cloud sessions go. ## Memory and conversation continuity Scope: Long-term memory of the desktop app Sources accessed: 2026-11-05 Local summary of preferences and conventions, reviewable and deletable; controllable per conversation. ### Storage and scope Partly documented: In the desktop app, memory lives on your computer. It covers preferences, project conventions and debugging workflows, but not secrets or one-off task state. The page does not name the file path or format. - [MiniMax Code: Memory](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/memory.md) ### Selection and timing Documented: With Proactive Memory, the agent identifies useful information and saves it. Generate memory sets whether a conversation contributes to future memory; this can be changed along the way. - [MiniMax Code: Memory](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/memory.md) ### Inspect, edit and delete Documented: Under Settings, Personalization and Memory summary you view and edit the summary. Delete memory clears it. Turning memory off deletes nothing. - [MiniMax Code: Memory](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/memory.md) ### Agent and channel boundaries Partly documented: Memory can be kept for a specific agent or project, with settings per conversation on top. The page does not describe further boundaries, such as messenger channels. - [MiniMax Code: Memory](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/memory.md) ### Retrieval Partly documented: The agent recalls relevant entries when needed. Use memory sets before the conversation starts whether existing memory is used and cannot be changed afterwards. How retrieval works is not stated. - [MiniMax Code: Memory](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/memory.md) ### Session reset and compaction Partly documented: The memory page does not mention reset or compaction. The technical post on the command line describes compaction: first, large old tool outputs are archived, then a model checkpoint replaces the history. This is not explicitly confirmed for the app. - [MiniMax Code: Memory](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/memory.md) - [MiniMax Code Is Open Source: Inside the Harness Behind a Coding Agent](https://agent.minimax.io/docs/techblog/minimax-code-harness.md) ## Context A MiniMax account or your own model access. Schedules only run while the app runs and the computer is awake. The desktop app's source code is not confirmed as open. The reviewed pages do not name the storage location of account data and cloud sessions. Read the docs on agent.minimax.io, the changelog up to character 100,000, the terms, subscription and privacy texts, the M Plan pages and the repository. The home page only showed its title when fetched, and www.minimax.io/m-plan only navigation. The App Store listing could not be reached. Feature claims come from the provider; example tasks are editorial. Our own hands-on tests are pending. ## Open points Europe, availability still unclear: - Operator and transfers - Availability in Europe - Local data and cloud sessions Requirements and limits, not yet confirmed: - Maturity of individual parts ## Sources - https://agent.minimax.io/ - https://github.com/MiniMax-AI/minimax-code - https://platform.minimax.io/docs/m-plan/faq - https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/terms-of-service.html - https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/privacy-policy.html - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/get-started/download.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/modes.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/user-guide - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/team.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/tasks.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/schedules.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/remote-control.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/mcp.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/techblog/minimax-code-harness.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/security.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/changelog.md - https://platform.minimax.io/docs/m-plan/monthly-offer - https://platform.minimax.io/docs/guides/pricing-token-plan - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/account/byok.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/question.md - https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/payment-policy.html - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/workflows/permissions.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/help/faq.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/automation/im.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/cli/automation.md - https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/agents/memory.md ## Provider The terms and privacy policy name Nanonoble Pte. Ltd. as the operator and describe the services as owned by a Singapore company. A separate version exists for mainland China. - Operator: MiniMax - Organization: Provider - Website: https://www.minimax.io - Reviewed: 2026-11-05 - Provider source: https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/terms-of-service.html - Provider source: https://agent.minimax.io/doc/en/privacy-policy.html - Provider source: https://agent.minimax.io/docs/code/get-started/download.md [Sources and method](https://ki-agentenkompass.de/en/sources/)