Lite is free. Pro adds the checks and the memory.
Adams andClaude Code alone.
Claude Code is capable on its own. Adams is a plugin that adds ready made guards, checks and commands, so you do not build them yourself.
As of October 2026. Product names belong to their owners.
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What it does
Fact we checkedCLAUDE.md files and auto memory carry context across sessions.
Fact we checkedHooks run your own commands at defined events, such as before a tool call, and a hook can block an action.
Fact we checkedHook events cover sessions, prompts, tool calls, subagents, compaction and more.
Fact we checkedHooks are configured in settings files, including plugin hooks.
Fact we checkedYou can build any of the checks Adams ships, with your own scripts.
Where it is the better pickIf you enjoy building your own workflow, Claude Code alone is flexible and free to extend. With hooks, you can write a guard that blocks the exact action you worry about. Adams suits people who would rather start from checks already written and tested.
// side by side
Side by side
SetupClaude Code alone Write your own hooks, rules and scriptsAdams One install adds guards and commands
Secret and git guardsClaude Code alone Possible with your own hookAdams Included (Lite, free)
Ask before buildingClaude Code alone Possible with your own instructionsAdams Built in as a flow (Pro)
Page and file checksClaude Code alone Possible with your own scriptsAdams adams check for pages, PDFs, decks and documents (Pro)
MaintenanceClaude Code alone YoursAdams Updates come with each release
PriceClaude Code alone Part of your Claude Code planAdams Lite free, Pro a yearly seat (see pricing)
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Using both
Using bothAdams is a plugin for Claude Code, so there is nothing to choose between. Start with Lite, keep your own hooks and CLAUDE.md, and add Pro when you want the checks and the memory.
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Questions
Is Adams a fork of Claude Code?
No. It is a plugin that runs inside your Claude Code session.
Can I turn Adams off?
Yes. It is a plugin, so you can remove it, and your own hooks stay.
Why pay if I can write hooks?
Writing, testing and keeping hooks current takes time. Pro is for people who would rather spend it on their product.
Are these facts current?
They were read from Anthropic documentation in October 2026. Check the docs for later changes.
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