AI coding tools are standard issue on most engineering teams, and AI review tools are following close behind. The question for engineering leaders is how much of that code a human still reads, and what happens when nobody does.

The AI Code Review Report 2026 draws on 377 responses from engineers and engineering leaders. It shows how far teams trust AI in review, whether the tools are paying off, and what AI-assisted review means for the way junior engineers learn.

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Inside the report:

• AI coding tools are everywhere. 82% of respondents say AI coding tools are widely adopted at their organization, and the average team runs about two and a half of them.
• Humans still check AI’s work. 74% of respondents always or usually verify the findings of AI review tools before acting on them.
• Most tool users see a benefit. 88% of AI review tool users report at least one improvement. Putting a number on the return is harder.
• Junior engineers are getting less feedback. Among respondents with a view, 42% say AI-assisted review has reduced the substantive feedback juniors receive. 26% say it has increased.

Preregister for The LeadDev AI Code Review Report 2026 today and secure early access to the data ahead of the full release next month!