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magic-context
★ 2.4k
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MaiBot
★ 6.4k

magic-context vs MaiBot

magic-context: Magic Context is a context and memory plugin for coding agent harnesses (OpenCode, Pi and OMP) that compresses history in the background, lifts decisions and conventions into project memory and recalls them each turn. It replaces the host's built-in compaction so one session per project can run for weeks without pauses.; MaiBot: MaiBot (MaiSaka) is an LLM-based chat agent built to feel human in group chats rather than act as a task assistant. It chats casually, picks when to speak, imitates group slang and builds up an understanding of each person, with a plugin and event system for extensions.

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TL;DR

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magic-contextMemory & Context · ★ 2.4k

Keep one coding-agent session per project running for weeks

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MaiBot logo
MaiBotMemory & Context · ★ 6.4k

Add a lifelike AI member to a QQ group

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Side-by-Side Comparison

Field
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MaiBot logoMaiBot
Category
Memory & Context
Memory & Context
Stars
★ 2.4k
★ 6.4k
License
MIT
GPL-3.0
Install Command
npx @cortexkit/magic-context@latest setup
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Updated
1d ago
2d ago
Open Source
Yes
Yes
Website
↗ Visit
↗ Visit
GitHub
↗ GitHub
↗ GitHub
Tags
agent-framework, agent-memory, ai
chatbot, qq-bot, ai-companion
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Features

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01Background history compression that lifts durable knowledge into project memory
02Overnight dreamer agents verify, deduplicate and curate memories
03Automatic recall each turn plus search across memories, past conversations and git history
04Setup wizard that configures OpenCode, Pi or OMP and disables built-in compaction
MaiBot logoMaiBot
01Natural, short conversational replies instead of markdown-style answers
02Decides when to join or stay quiet in group conversations
03Learns group slang and imitates members' speaking styles
04Builds a profile of each user's preferences and habits
05Plugin API and event system; one-click launcher for Windows and Mac
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Use Cases

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↳Keep one coding-agent session per project running for weeks
↳Avoid compaction pauses that drop context mid-task
↳Give an agent memory of past decisions and project conventions
MaiBot logoMaiBot
↳Add a lifelike AI member to a QQ group
↳Run a companion bot that remembers the people it talks to
↳Extend a chat bot with custom plugins
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Best For

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FAQ

FAQ

What is the difference between magic-context and MaiBot?
Both magic-context and MaiBot are in the Memory & Context category. magic-context has 2.4k stars, while MaiBot has 6.4k stars.
Which is better, magic-context or MaiBot?
The best choice depends on your use case. Choose magic-context if Keep one coding-agent session per project running for weeks, and MaiBot if Add a lifelike AI member to a QQ group.
Is magic-context free or open source?
Yes, magic-context is open source on GitHub (MIT).
Is MaiBot free or open source?
Yes, MaiBot is open source on GitHub (GPL-3.0).
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