Best Alternatives to open-duet
Multi-Agent·★ 6.2k·Apache-2.0
Open-source, self-hosted alternative to Claude Duet: AI coworkers (named agents) with instructions, memory, routines, their own isolated computer, and your approval before they act. Also an alternative to OpenAI Dots, Meta Muse, Grok Bot, Manus Cue and ChatGPT agent.
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Best Alternatives to open-duet
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Microsoft AutoGen
Microsoft AutoGenA framework that enables the development of LLM applications using multiple agents that can converse with each other to solve tasks.
★ 61.6k
MIT
1w ago
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CrewAI
CrewAIFramework for orchestrating role-playing, autonomous AI agents. By working together, your Crew can tackle complex tasks.
★ 60.2k
MIT
1d ago
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ruflo
ruflo🌊 The leading agent orchestration platform for Claude. Deploy intelligent multi-agent swarms, coordinate autonomous workflows, and build conversational AI systems. Features enterprise-grade architecture, distributed swarm intelligence, RAG integration, and native Claude Code / Codex Integration
★ 79.8k
MIT
1d ago
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MetaGPT
MetaGPT🌟 The Multi-Agent Framework: First AI Software Company, Towards Natural Language Programming
★ 71.0k
MIT
9mo ago
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nanobot
nanobotUltra-lightweight, open-source, self-hosted personal AI agent framework in Python with WebUI, tools, memory, MCP, multi-agent workflows, automation, and chat apps
★ 49.5k
MIT
1d ago
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agentscope
agentscopeAgentScope: Agent-Oriented Programming for Building LLM Applications
★ 34.4k
Apache-2.0
1d ago
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adk-python
adk-pythonAn open-source, code-first Python toolkit for building, evaluating, and deploying sophisticated AI agents with flexibility and control.
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Apache-2.0
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Side-by-Side Comparison
| Field | open-duet |  paperclip | Microsoft AutoGen | CrewAI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Multi-Agent | Multi-Agent | Multi-Agent | Multi-Agent |
| Stars | ★ 6.2k | ★ 108.0k | ★ 61.6k | ★ 60.2k |
| License | Apache-2.0 | MIT | MIT | MIT |
| Updated | 1d ago | 1d ago | 1w ago | 1d ago |
| Open Source | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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FAQ
What is open-duet?
Open Duet is an open-source workspace for named AI agents that runs on your computer or a server you control. Each agent has instructions, an engine, a workspace, memory and approval settings; a lead agent can delegate to specialists, routines run on schedules or triggers, and you review tool activity and approvals in the app. It brings no model of its own: you connect Claude Code, Codex, Gemini CLI, Cursor, any ACP agent, OpenRouter or an OpenAI-compatible API.
What is the best alternative to open-duet?
paperclip is the top-rated alternative to open-duet in the Multi-Agent category.
Is there a free alternative to open-duet?
paperclip is a free, open-source alternative.
Is open-duet open source?
Yes, open-duet is open source on GitHub, licensed under Apache-2.0.