When Baton is worth it for Gemini CLI

The case for Baton is simple: it makes Gemini CLI easier to operate safely when you are using it for real project work.

  • Use it when you test several approaches and want each Gemini run isolated in its own branch.
  • Use it when context switching is expensive and you need a cleaner overview of active sessions.
  • Use it when you want a review gate between generated edits and the branch you actually ship.

The ultimate GUI for Gemini CLI

A better fit for Gemini CLI users who want more structure around parallel work, branch isolation, and final review.

Agent monitoring

Know when every Gemini CLI session needs you

Status badges on every workspace card tell you when each Gemini session is done, waiting for input, or errored. Glance at the sidebar instead of cycling through terminals. Baton's self-integration skill sets up Gemini CLI notifications in a single prompt.

Worktree isolation

Every workspace is a separate branch

Each workspace is a real git worktree with its own branch. Gemini CLI sessions stay isolated — no stashing, switching, or conflicts. Push branches and open PRs directly from the app.

Baton workspace overview with project sidebar and workspace cards
Quick create

From idea to isolated workspace in seconds

Describe what you want to build — Baton generates the branch name, title, and description. Launch Gemini CLI with your preferred flags. Open the dialog from anywhere with a global shortcut.

Baton new workspace dialog with task description, auto-generated branch name, and accept edits toggle
Diff viewer

Review every change before opening a PR

Monaco-powered diff viewer with split and unified modes. Roll back individual files, follow Gemini CLI's changes live, or compare against any branch.

Baton diff viewer showing side-by-side code changes

Ready to unleash Gemini?

Free to use. Mac, Windows, and Linux.

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