Alternatives
Manus alternatives
These 8 alternatives to Manus are source-reviewed tools. ChatGPT dots, Claude Cowork, Genspark and Grok Bot are listed under Agents and workspaces. Hermes Agent and OpenClaw are free and open source. AutoGPT and Skyvern are listed under Automation and workflows. All 8 tools were checked against official sources between 2026-10-05 and 2026-10-14.
About Manus
AI agent workspace for carrying out research, computer-based tasks, and producing work artifacts.
- Pricing
- Free to start
- Platforms
- Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, API
- Verified
Agents and workspaces
Personal agents in ChatGPT that retain context, use a cloud computer, and run tasks or recurring checks.
PaidAgents and workspacesWeb, macOS, Windows
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)Claude workspace for research, documents, spreadsheets, and multi-step tasks across files and connected apps.
PaidAgents and workspacesmacOS, Windows, Web, iOS, Android
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)AI workspace for producing documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and other work artifacts.
Free to startAgents and workspacesWeb
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)Persistent AI teammates that complete multi-step work using a cloud computer, browser, files, and connected tools.
PaidAgents and workspacesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)
Open source
Open-source assistant with persistent memory, reusable skills, tools, and scheduled tasks.
FreeOpen sourceOpen sourcemacOS, Windows, Linux, CLI, Desktop
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)Run a personal AI assistant on your own computer, with chat channels, memory, tools, and recurring tasks.
FreeOpen sourceSelf-hostedOpen sourcemacOS, Windows, Linux, Self-hosted
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)
Automation and workflows
AI team platform with specialists for content, sales, research and recurring business work.
PaidAutomation and workflowsWeb
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)AI browser automation platform for extracting data, handling documents and completing repeatable web workflows.
Free to startOpen sourceSelf-hostedAutomation and workflowsWeb, API, Self-hosted deployment
Verified
Official site (opens in a new tab)
Compare the 8 tools
| Tool | Best for | Pricing | Platforms | Access notes | Last verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT dots | Agents and workspaces | Paid | Web, macOS, Windows | Gradual access on eligible Pro, Business Premium, and Enterprise plans. Create on web or desktop; mobile chat follows setup when available. Pro excludes the EE… Product page | |
| Claude Cowork | Agents and workspaces | Paid | macOS, Windows, Web, iOS, Android | Cowork and chat are becoming one Claude, rolling out to Pro and Max. Paid-plan and admin controls apply; web and mobile are in beta. Product page | |
| Genspark | Agents and workspaces | Free to start | Web | Free, Plus and Pro plans use credits and feature allowances. Paid tiers add monthly credits and weekly Standard-mode quota; exact prices vary by tier and regio… Product page | |
| Grok Bot | Agents and workspaces | Paid | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android | Included with paid individual Cursor plans and self-serve Cursor Teams. Enterprise access is managed by the organization. Eligible individual SuperGrok, SuperG… Product page | |
| Hermes Agent | Open source | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, CLI, Desktop | Free MIT-licensed agent with macOS/Windows desktop clients and terminal installation. Connect a model provider; provider charges, optional Nous Portal credits… Product page | |
| OpenClaw | Open source | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Self-hosted | Install and configure a local Gateway and model access. OpenClaw has no hosted subscription; model usage, subscriptions, hardware, or hosting may cost extra. R… Product page | |
| AutoGPT | Automation and workflows | Paid | Web | Specialist AI team platform, retained as an unfeatured listing. Hosted Pro has an eligible-new-account trial requiring a card, followed by paid billing; workfl… Product page | |
| Skyvern | Automation and workflows | Free to start | Web, API, Self-hosted deployment | Cloud plans include free entry with 5,000 listed credits and paid tiers with differing usage and concurrency limits; free-credit recurrence is not stated. The… Product page |
Official sources
- https://help.openai.com/en/articles/20001530-getting-started-with-your-dot (opens in a new tab)
- https://claude.com/product/cowork (opens in a new tab)
- https://www.genspark.ai/ (opens in a new tab)
- https://docs.x.ai/grok-bot/overview (opens in a new tab)
- https://cursor.com/help/grok-bot/plans (opens in a new tab)
- https://hermes-agent.nousresearch.com/ (opens in a new tab)
- https://openclaw.ai/ (opens in a new tab)
- https://docs.openclaw.ai/start/getting-started (opens in a new tab)
- https://agpt.co/ (opens in a new tab)
- https://agpt.co/docs/platform/what-is-autogpt-platform (opens in a new tab)
- https://www.skyvern.com/ (opens in a new tab)
- https://www.skyvern.com/docs/ (opens in a new tab)
Common questions
Which AI agent tools are free?
Hermes Agent and OpenClaw are marked free. Genspark and Skyvern are marked free to start.
Which AI agent tools run on macOS?
ChatGPT dots, Claude Cowork, Grok Bot, Hermes Agent and OpenClaw list macOS.
How were these 8 tools chosen?
These 8 tools are active, source-reviewed listings in the public catalog. Raw models, general chat assistants, non-AI-native products, and listings described as legacy or unverified are left out. Read how listings are checked on the methodology page.
When was this list last checked?
This list was last checked on 2026-10-14.
What is the closest alternative to Manus?
No single closest alternative is ranked. Agents and workspaces includes ChatGPT dots, Claude Cowork, Genspark and Grok Bot. Open source includes Hermes Agent and OpenClaw. Automation and workflows includes AutoGPT and Skyvern.