PlanToCode vs tmux, script & asciinema
Why modern AI workflows need more than Unix recording tools
Feature Comparison
| Feature | PlanToCode | Tmux Script Asciinema |
|---|---|---|
| AI Integration | Native Claude Code, Cursor support | None |
| Voice Input | Built-in transcription | Not supported |
| Session Persistence | SQLite + hot reload | No built-in cross-reboot persistence (tmux needs plugins; script/asciinema record to files) |
| Playback | Rich UI with search | Terminal replay only |
| Plan Execution | Direct from AI tools | Manual copy-paste |
Key Pain Points Solved
Problem: tmux sessions die, lose all context
Solution: SQLite persistence survives crashes
Problem: asciinema recordings lack built-in full-text search across contents
Solution: Full-text search across all sessions
Problem: script output is just raw text
Solution: Rich UI with timestamps and metadata
Comparison Workflow
- 1. Compare recording capabilities
- 2. Show AI integration advantages
- 3. Demonstrate voice workflow
- 4. Highlight enterprise features
Why Choose PlanToCode?
PlanToCode takes a planning-first approach to AI-assisted development. Instead of generating code immediately, we help you create detailed implementation plans that you can review, edit, and approve before execution.
The Planning-First Workflow
- 1. Describe your goal - Use natural language or voice input
- 2. AI generates implementation plan - File-by-file breakdown with exact paths
- 3. Review and refine - Edit the plan, catch issues early
- 4. Execute with confidence - Hand off to your preferred tool (Claude Code, Cursor, etc.)
When to Use Each Tool
Use PlanToCode When:
- • Working in large/complex codebases
- • Need to review changes before execution
- • Want to prevent duplicate files and wrong paths
- • Require approval workflows for teams
- • Working across multiple AI models
Use Tmux Script Asciinema When:
- • Need immediate code generation
- • Working on smaller projects
- • Comfortable with direct execution
- • Prefer integrated development environment
Try Modern Terminal Recording
Experience the planning-first approach to AI-assisted development
Last updated: November 2025. This comparison is based on publicly available information and hands-on testing. Both tools serve different purposes and can complement each other in a comprehensive development workflow.