Roo Code Cloud Provider
Access the free "grok-code-fast-1" model (formerly "roo/sonic") through Roo Code Cloud authentication. No API keys or usage costs during the promotional period.
The "roo/sonic" model is being renamed to "grok-code-fast-1" (officially "Grok Code Fast"). The model will be updated by August 29th. This is the same powerful coding model, just with its official xAI name. The model remains free when accessed through Roo Code Cloud during the promotional period.
Important for Roo Code users: Within Roo Code, this model is only free through Roo Code Cloud. Using it directly through the xAI provider in Roo Code will incur standard charges once pricing is established.
- Requires Roo Code Cloud account
- Internet connection required
- Prompts and completions are logged for model improvement
- Available during promotional period only
- Within Roo Code, free access is through Roo Code Cloud provider
Setup
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Connect to Roo Code Cloud:
- Click the account icon () in Roo Code panel
- Sign in with GitHub, Google, or email
- See Login Guide if needed
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Select Provider:
- Open Roo Code Settings ()
- Choose "Roo Code Cloud" from the API Provider dropdown
- Select the model "grok-code-fast-1" (may still show as "Sonic" until August 29th)
Model
grok-code-fast-1 (formerly roo/sonic):
- Official Name: Grok Code Fast
- Context Window: 262,144 tokens
- Max Output: 16,384 tokens
- Image Support: No
- Optimized for: Coding tasks, checkpoint and deployment
- Pricing: Free during promotional period through Roo Code Cloud
Within Roo Code, grok-code-fast-1 is only free when accessed through Roo Code Cloud. Using the xAI provider directly in Roo Code will incur standard rates once pricing is established.
Troubleshooting
"Authentication required": Connect to Roo Code Cloud via the account icon.
"No session token": Sign out and back in to refresh your session.
Connection issues: Check internet connection and restart VS Code if needed.