Editorial comparison
Best open source frameworks
7 rated open source frameworks are ranked by editorial stars, highest first, with listing name as the tie-break. See How we rate at /ratings.
Listed options
7 listings
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| Listing | Editorial stars | Type | Price | Runtimes | Install time and difficulty | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermes Agent | 4 | AI agent | Free, or $200 a month | Hermes, Docker, SSH, Modal | Not stated / moderate | Approved |
| OpenClaw | 4 | AI operating system | Free | Claude, Codex, Local models | Not stated / moderate | Approved |
| Paperclip | 4 | AI operating system | Free | Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, OpenClaw, HTTP agents | Not stated / technical | Approved |
| CORE | 3.5 | AI operating system | Free | Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, OpenClaw, Docker | A few minutes once Docker is running (docs) / technical | Approved |
| Multica | 3.5 | AI operating system | Free | Claude Code, Codex, Cursor Agent, GitHub Copilot CLI, OpenCode | Not stated / technical | Approved |
| Suna (Kortix) | 3.5 | AI operating system | Free, or Free | Slack, Microsoft Teams, Web app, MCP | Not stated / technical | Approved |
| Agent OS | 2.5 | Skill | Free | Claude Code, Cursor, Antigravity, Codex | Not stated / technical | Approved |
How to choose
- Rank is based only on editorial stars.
- Equal star ratings are ordered by listing name.
- Only listings with editorial data are included.
- Check each listing's stated price and requirements.
Frequently asked questions
- How many open source frameworks are listed?
- 7 are listed right now: Hermes Agent, OpenClaw, Paperclip, CORE, Multica, Suna (Kortix) and Agent OS.
- What do open source frameworks cost?
- Stated prices: free; free to $200 a month, across 10 priced plans. Check each listing for current terms.
- Which runtimes do open source frameworks need?
- The listings name Antigravity, Claude, Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, Cursor Agent, Docker, GitHub Copilot CLI, HTTP agents, Hermes, Local models, MCP, Microsoft Teams, Modal, OpenClaw, OpenCode, SSH, Slack, Web app.