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GPT Researcher vs Scira
The same facts for both, read from GitHub every night, and the relation a person reviewed.
| Fact | GPT Researcher | Scira |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 30k | 12k |
| Latest | v3.7.0 | none |
| Last push | 2026-10-01 | 2026-08-12 |
| Release cadence | about 30 days between releases | too few releases |
| Active contributors | 25 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | No release or tag |
How they relate
Both replace Perplexity. Alternatives to Perplexity →
PartialGPT ResearcherA research agent that writes cited reports from web and local sources.
PartialSciraA minimal answer engine that cites web, academic and social search results.
GPT Researcher
- v3.7.02026-09-26Jev update and many bug fixes and improvements
- v3.6.12026-08-24Major fixes
- v3.6.02026-07-18Introducing a super stable version with enhanced improvements across security, stability and performance. We're also in…
- v3.5.12026-06-23fix: add MAX_REVISIONS guard to prevent infinite revision loop
- v3.5.02026-05-28Massive update across the stack with critical bug fixes and performance improvements including addition to new models a…
Scira
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GPT Researcher
✓ signed The latest release, v3.7.0, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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Scira
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