| Option | Type | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grok Bot | Managed | Non-technical teams, fastest setup | Shared computer, no spend cap, beta |
| Hermes | Open source | Control, Linux, stability | You're the sysadmin |
| OpenClaw | Open source | Existing users | Update breakage in 2026 |
| Buzz | Open source | Human + bot team chat | Early and rough |
| CellCog AI Employees | Managed | Usage-based pricing | Smaller vendor; check credential model |
| Claude Cowork | Managed desktop | Attended file-heavy work | Not always-on |
| n8n / Zapier / Make | Workflow | Deterministic jobs | Not agents |
| Verdict | Managed | Open | Legacy |
How to choose in five minutes
- Does the job need judgement? If no, use a workflow tool.
- Is anyone willing to run infrastructure? If no, managed.
- Is a shared credential surface acceptable if hardened? If no, open source.
- Do you already pay for Cursor or SuperGrok? If yes, Grok Bot is nearly free to try.
Each option has its own page in the tools directory.
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