AI agent builders
AgentGPT: review, pricing, data and alternatives
AgentGPT is an open-source web tool for people configuring an agent with a name and an objective. It breaks that objective into tasks, executes them, and allows result export. A free tier exists. Access and transparency score: 48/100, #16 of 20 in its category.
What is AgentGPT?
AgentGPT is an open-source web tool for people configuring an agent with a name and an objective. It breaks that objective into tasks, executes them, and allows result export.
According to its documentation, AgentGPT lets you:
- configure an agent with a name and an objective
- break an objective down into tasks
- execute tasks and use their results
- export an agent’s result
We file it under AI agent builders, the category of tools to build your own AI agents, and it also overlaps with workflow automation. The category lists 20 verified tools on this site.
The service launched in 2023, which gives it some track record.
Who is it for?
It is mostly useful to these profiles: developers. The need it covers is simple to state: build your own AI agents.
AgentGPT is a good candidate if:
- you want to try before paying
- you want to read the code or host it yourself
The best test is a concrete case from your daily work: if the tool does not beat your current method within a week, move on to an alternative.
How much does AgentGPT cost?
Pricing model: open source (public code). Basic use costs nothing.
To estimate what the same work would cost done directly with an AI model, use our API price calculator. Prices change often: always check the official site before subscribing.
Data and privacy
The publisher does not clearly state where data is hosted. Assume your content may leave your region.
For professional use, check that a data processing agreement (DPA) is offered, and do not send customers' personal data or confidential documents without one.
Exporting your content: PDF, image, texte. Being able to get your data back makes switching tools easier later.
Three habits apply to every AI tool:
- turn off the use of your content for training if the option exists
- use a work account separate from your personal account
- review everything the tool produces before publishing or sending it
Platforms, languages and API
AgentGPT runs on: web browser.
Interface languages: English.
API availability is not documented.
The source code is public: reworkdreworkd/AgentGPT.
How we scored it
Our 48/100 score does not judge output quality: it measures what can be publicly verified about access to the tool, its openness and how far the publisher can be trusted.
| Criterion | Points | What counts |
|---|---|---|
| Access | 15/30 | free tier, published price, French interface |
| Openness | 20/30 | API, data export, open code |
| Trust | 13/40 | identified publisher, declared hosting, age, presence in reference lists |
The full calculation is explained on our method page.
Comparison with alternatives
AgentGPT against other tools in the aI agent builders category:
Verdict
AgentGPT publishes little verifiable information: look at the better-scored alternatives first.
Strengths
- Free tier to try it
- Public source code
- Established since 2023
Limitations
- Data hosting not disclosed
Avoid if…
- You handle sensitive personal data without a processing agreement
Alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is AgentGPT free?
Yes, a free plan exists, with usage limits.
Where is AgentGPT data stored?
The publisher does not clearly say so in its public documentation.
Does AgentGPT have an API?
It is not documented.
What are the alternatives to AgentGPT?
In the same category: Dify, Agenta, AutoGen, and Hermes Agent.
AgentGPT or Dify: which one to choose?
Our score is 48/100 for AgentGPT and 81/100 for Dify. Try both on the same task before paying.
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