Manus alternatives
A general-purpose AI agent with its own persistent cloud computer that plans and finishes multi-step work — research, slides, sites, data analysis — and reports back through Telegram, WhatsApp Business, Slack, LINE or email.
Alternatives by use case
Start with Grok Bot
Cloud-based project work
Persistent AI teammates that work across apps on a shared cloud computer.
Unlike Manus, it has no Telegram or Slack.
Compare the alternatives
| Assistant | A good fit for | Pricing | Cloud computer | Web browsing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manus | People who want an agent that finishes deliverables on a cloud machine, not just answers questions. | $20–$200/mo (Pro tiers, 4,000–40,000 credits); Team from $20/seat/mo; no free plan currently listed | Yes | Yes |
| Grok Bot | Cloud-based project work | Cursor Pro $20/month, Pro+ $60/month, Ultra $200/month; Teams $40/user/month; Enterprise custom. Eligible linked SuperGrok/X Premium+ or a self-serve Grok Business seat can also grant usage. Trial credit is limited; additional usage is metered. | Yes | Yes |
 Viktor | Research and document work | Free $100 in credits, then $50–$50,000/mo by credit tier; Enterprise custom | Yes | Yes |
 Town | Voice and mobile use | Free–$239/user/mo (individuals; as low as $199/mo billed annually); Team $71–$179/seat/mo (as low as $59–$149/mo billed annually); Enterprise custom | Not confirmed | No |
 Zo Computer | Help with ongoing context | Free 14-day trial; $18–$200/mo | Yes | Yes |
 Quin | Meetings and follow-up documents | $49–$649/member/month per team (1,000–25,000 credits, unlimited users), annual billing saves 14%; Enterprise custom; 14-day free trial, no free plan | No | No |
Each alternative in detail
01
Grok Bot: cloud-based project work
Persistent AI teammates that work across apps on a shared cloud computer.
- Gives it a cloud computer of its own
- Browses the web for you
- Creates and edits documents
The trade-off. Unlike Manus, it has no Telegram or Slack.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Mobile app
02
Viktor: research and document work
An AI coworker you @mention in Slack or Microsoft Teams that connects to 3,200+ tools and hands back finished work — reports, spreadsheets, decks, code — built in its own Linux sandbox.
- Creates and edits documents
- Browses the web for you
The trade-off. Unlike Manus, it has no Telegram or email.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Slack
03
Town: voice and mobile use
A work assistant that gets its own @town.com address and phone number, learns how you work, and runs recurring routines across your email, calendar, docs and chat apps.
- Its own iPhone or Android app
- Voice messages
The trade-off. Unlike Manus, it has no web browsing or computer control.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Mobile app, WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, Email
04
Zo Computer: help with ongoing context
An always-on Linux computer in the cloud with an agent living on it — reachable by text, email, Telegram, Discord or Slack — that keeps your files, runs automations and hosts what it builds.
- Remembers you between conversations
- Reads your existing files and apps
The trade-off. Unlike Manus, it has no mobile app or security certification.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Telegram, Slack, Email
05
Quin: meetings and follow-up documents
Quin joins your meetings, drafts the follow-ups, and updates your CRM and connected tools automatically.
- Joins and records your meetings
- Creates and edits documents
The trade-off. Unlike Manus, it has no Telegram or web browsing.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Mobile app, Slack, Email
Questions about Manus alternatives
What is a good alternative to Manus?
Start with Grok Bot for cloud-based project work. Viktor suits research and document work. Town suits voice and mobile use.
How do the prices compare with Manus?
Manus: $20–$200/mo (Pro tiers, 4,000–40,000 credits); Team from $20/seat/mo; no free plan currently listed. Grok Bot: Cursor Pro $20/month, Pro+ $60/month, Ultra $200/month; Teams $40/user/month; Enterprise custom. Eligible linked SuperGrok/X Premium+ or a self-serve Grok Business seat can also grant usage. Trial credit is limited; additional usage is metered. Viktor: Free $100 in credits, then $50–$50,000/mo by credit tier; Enterprise custom.
Is there a free alternative to Manus?
Yes. Town can be used for free.
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