Your code is never stored. Processing exclusively in EU data centers. GDPR-compliant.
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Lurus Code vs Claude Code
Same Claude models. GDPR-compliant by design.
Both tools use Claude. The difference is where your data goes. Lurus Code keeps everything in EU data centers, is GDPR-compliant by design, and never trains on your code.
Same models. EU jurisdiction.
Both use Claude models. Only Lurus Code routes your requests through EU data centers.
4-phase security scanning
OWASP, SARIF, auto-patches included in Lurus Code.
No training on any plan
Lurus Code never uses your code for model training. Not on any plan, by design.
Made in Germany
EU company. GDPR-compliant. EU-exclusive data processing.
| Feature | Lurus Code | Claude Code |
|---|---|---|
| GDPR Compliance | ✓ Full compliance, EU-only processing | ○ Check Anthropic's current data policies per plan |
| Data Training | ✓ Never, on any plan | ○ Depends on plan — check Anthropic's current privacy policy |
| EU Data Residency | ✓ Exclusive EU data centers, all plans | ○ Check Anthropic's current hosting options |
| Legal Framework | ✓ EU company, full GDPR compliance | ○ US company, different regulatory framework |
| Security Scanning | ✓ 4-phase, OWASP, SARIF, auto-patches | ○ OWASP Top 10 scanning (research preview) |
| Code Review | ✓ 3-phase with HTML/JSON export & CI | ✓ Multi-agent analysis available |
| Multi-Agent | ✓ 6 workflows with QA gates | ✓ Subagents for delegated work |
| Hooks & Automation | ✓ 13 events, command + HTTP hooks | ✓ Hooks with 11+ events |
| Debug Mode | ✓ Dedicated mode with probe system | ✗ Not available as separate mode |
| Agent Mode | ✓ 4 modes (agent, plan, ask, debug) | ✓ Agentic loop (gather, act, verify) |
| CLI | ✓ 12+ commands, batch, CI/CD | ✓ Primary interface, extensive CLI |
| MCP Integration | ✓ Full support | ✓ Full support |
| Session Management | ✓ Resume, recall, lessons learned | ✓ Session history available |
| AI Models | ✓ Claude + Qwen, DeepSeek, Kimi (all EU-routed) | ✓ Claude only (Sonnet, Opus, Haiku) |
| IDE Support | ✓ VS Code + CLI (where most developers work) | ✓ VS Code, JetBrains (beta), web, desktop |
| Context Window | ✓ 200K tokens with intelligent compaction | ✓ Up to 1M tokens (Opus/Sonnet 4.6) |
| Pricing | ✓ From €5/mo, pay-as-you-go | ✓ See anthropic.com/pricing |
Same Models, GDPR-Compliant
Both tools use Claude models, so the AI quality is comparable. What differs is where your data goes. Lurus Code routes all requests through EU data centers with full GDPR compliance. Claude Code processes through Anthropic's globally distributed servers. For details on Claude Code's data handling, see Anthropic's documentation.
Security Scanning
Lurus Code includes a built-in 4-phase security scanning system covering OWASP Top 10, generating SARIF reports, and suggesting auto-patches. Claude Code offers security scanning as a research preview. Both tools can spot vulnerabilities, but Lurus Code goes further with CI integration and automated remediation workflows.
Why GDPR Matters for AI Coding Tools
When you use an AI coding tool, your source code leaves your machine. For EU developers, that raises a real question: where is it processed, and under which law? Schrems II struck down Privacy Shield in 2020, and FISA Section 702 allows US authorities to request data held by US companies. Read our full GDPR guide for European developers →
Further Resources
Make an informed decision: Claude Code Overview · Claude Code Docs · Lurus Code Pricing · Lurus Code Security
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lurus Code train on my code? +
No. Lurus Code never uses your code for model training, on any plan. For Claude Code's current data practices, check Anthropic's privacy policy directly.
Both use Claude models. What's the actual difference? +
The models are the same; the infrastructure is not. Lurus Code routes your requests through EU data centers with full GDPR compliance. Claude Code processes through Anthropic's globally distributed servers.
Which has the larger context window? +
Claude Code supports up to 1M tokens with certain models. Lurus Code offers 200K tokens with intelligent context compaction, which auto-summarizes to keep the most relevant code in view.
Does Claude Code support JetBrains? +
Yes, JetBrains is available in beta for Claude Code. Lurus Code focuses on VS Code and the CLI, which is where most developers work day-to-day.
Which tool is better for EU compliance? +
Lurus Code was built for this. Data is processed exclusively in EU data centers on every plan, a DPA is included for all customers, and your code is never used for model training. Claude Code is US-based, which brings different regulatory considerations.
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