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OpenHands vs SWE-agent

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OpenHands vs SWE-agent
FactOpenHandsSWE-agent
LanguageTypeScriptPython
LicenceMITMIT
Stars90k20k
Latestv1.25.0v1.1.0
Last push2026-10-062026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 1 day between releasesabout 90 days between releases
Active contributors79+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days2 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone
  • Both replace Claude Code. Alternatives to Claude Code →

    Full replacementOpenHandsAgent that works inside a sandboxed container, driven from a web UI, a CLI or CI.

    PartialSWE-agentTakes a GitHub issue and works on a fix with the model of your choice, aimed at autonomous runs rather than interactive sessions.