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Agent Zero alternatives
Agent Zero compared with 6 alternatives: OpenClaw, Hermes Agent, NanoClaw, goose, Eigent and 1 more.
Agent Zero is free to use. All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agent ZeroThis tool | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| OpenClaw | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Hermes Agent | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| NanoClaw | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| goose | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Eigent | Free plan · from $19.99/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Kortix | Free plan · from $40/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from Agent Zero
- Free
OpenClaw
Open-source personal AI agent you run yourself and message in chat
- OpenClaw is free. Agent Zero is free.
- Only OpenClaw lists iOS and Android apps.
- OpenClaw also covers chat assistant and workflow automation.
Suits: Developers and power users who want an assistant on their own hardware
- Free plan · from $20/mo
Hermes Agent
Open-source AI agent with persistent memory and a messaging gateway
- Hermes Agent starts at $20 per month for the optional Nous Portal Plus tier; the agent is free. Agent Zero is free.
- Hermes Agent also covers chat assistant and workflow automation.
Suits: Developers who want an agent on their own machine, server or VPS
- Free
NanoClaw
Open-source personal AI agent that runs in containers you host
- NanoClaw is free. Agent Zero is free.
- Only Agent Zero lists a web app.
- NanoClaw also covers chat assistant, templates and workflow automation.
Suits: People who want a personal agent running on hardware they control
- Free
goose
Open-source AI agent with a desktop app, CLI and API
- goose is free. Agent Zero is free.
- Only Agent Zero lists a web app.
- Agent Zero is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- goose also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Developers who want a local agent for coding and terminal work
- Free plan · from $19.99/mo
Eigent
Open-source desktop app for working alongside AI agents
- Eigent starts at $19.99 per month (Plus); $199.90 billed yearly. Agent Zero is free.
- Only Agent Zero lists a web app.
- Eigent also covers workflow automation.
Suits: People who want a desktop agent that runs on their own API keys or local models
- Free plan · from $40/mo
Kortix
Open-source platform for running AI agents from a git repo you own
- Kortix starts at $40 per seat / month (Team). Agent Zero is free.
- Kortix also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Teams that want agent configuration versioned in a git repository
Limits worth knowing in Agent Zero
- The site lists no hosted version: you install it with the Launcher, a terminal installer or Docker on a machine you provide.
- Model access is not included. You connect a cloud provider, an AI account such as ChatGPT or GitHub Copilot, or a local model server.
- The Launcher is offered for macOS, Windows and Linux; the installation page lists no iOS or Android app.
- The project funds itself through its A0T crypto token, not paid plans; a beta LLM API with a daily quota is open only to people who stake A0T.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Agent Zero?
The alternatives to Agent Zero in this directory are OpenClaw, Hermes Agent, NanoClaw, goose, Eigent and Kortix. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Agent Zero.
Is there a free alternative to Agent Zero?
Yes. OpenClaw, NanoClaw and goose are free to use. Hermes Agent, Eigent and Kortix have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Agent Zero alternatives work on Android?
The Agent Zero listing does not include an Android app. OpenClaw lists one.
Which Agent Zero alternatives work on iOS?
The Agent Zero listing does not include an iOS app. OpenClaw lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.