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ZeroClaw vs Goose: catalog facts
ZeroClawGoose
Free

Free and open source under MIT or Apache-2.0, with no subscription.

Free

The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and…

Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Command line Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Single native binary with fast startup
  • Works with local models or 70+ hosted providers
  • Connects model providers with tools through MCP extensions.
  • Requires your own API keys or a local model setup
  • Configuring channels and providers takes some technical work
  • A configured model provider is required and may charge for use.
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License: MIT OR Apache-2.0 License: Apache-2.0
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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