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ZeroClaw vs IronClaw: catalog facts
ZeroClawIronClaw
Free

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

Free

Open source under MIT or Apache 2.0; pricing for the hosted NEAR AI Cloud option is not…

Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted, Command line Windows, Command line
  • Single native binary with fast startup
  • Works with local models or 70+ hosted providers
  • Ready-made routines for inbox triage, briefings and monitoring
  • Can run in encrypted enclaves so secrets stay away from the model
  • Requires your own API keys or a local model setup
  • Configuring channels and providers takes some technical work
  • Enclave features are tied to NEAR AI Cloud
  • Young project in a fast-changing space
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source Open source
License: MIT OR Apache-2.0 License: MIT OR 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 October 2, 2026

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