Best Alternatives to engram
Memory & ContextΒ·β
150Β·Apache-2.0
AI identity layer for Claude Code, Codex and Cursor β stores who you are, not just what you did. Local-first, MCP-compatible.
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Best Alternatives to engram
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letta
lettaLetta is the platform for building stateful agents: open AI with advanced memory that can learn and self-improve over time.
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23.0k
Apache-2.0
2w ago
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DesktopCommanderMCP
DesktopCommanderMCPThis is MCP server for Claude that gives it terminal control, file system search and diff file editing capabilities
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MIT
1d ago
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klavis
klavisKlavis AI (YC X25): MCP integration platforms that let AI agents use tools reliably at any scale
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Apache-2.0
4d ago
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antigravity-workspace-template
antigravity-workspace-templateπͺ The ultimate starter kit for Google Antigravity IDE. Optimized for Gemini 3 Agentic Workflows, "Deep Think" mode, and auto-configuring .cursorrules.
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ai-agents-from-scratch
ai-agents-from-scratchDemystify AI agents by building them yourself. Local LLMs, no black boxes, real understanding of function calling, memory, and ReAct patterns.
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context-mode
context-modeContext window optimization for AI coding agents. Sandboxes tool output, 98% reduction. 12 platforms
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Side-by-Side Comparison
| Field | engram | letta | DesktopCommanderMCP |  nginx-ui |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Memory & Context | Memory & Context | Memory & Context | Memory & Context |
| Stars | β 150 | β 23.0k | β 6.1k | β 11.2k |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 | MIT | AGPL-3.0 |
| Updated | 1d ago | 2w ago | 1d ago | 1d ago |
| Open Source | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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FAQ
What is engram?
Engram is a local identity layer for AI tools that stores your profile, preferences, lessons learned, and key decisions as local JSON files. It exposes them through MCP so every AI tool reads the same context, persisting across sessions, tool updates, and switches. 100% local and open source.
What is the best alternative to engram?
letta is the top-rated alternative to engram in the Memory & Context category.
Is there a free alternative to engram?
letta is a free, open-source alternative.
Is engram open source?
Yes, engram is open source on GitHub, licensed under Apache-2.0.