Tab alternatives
A personal assistant in iMessage and WhatsApp that browses websites, creates files and calls businesses.
Alternatives by use case
Start with Folk Crew
Cloud-based project work
A personal AI that lives in iMessage, Telegram and WhatsApp and gets its own always-on cloud computer, so it can browse, book, code and remember on your behalf.
Compare the alternatives
| Assistant | A good fit for | Pricing | Cloud computer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tab | People who want travel bookings, purchases and everyday errands handled by text | Pricing not publicly disclosed; private beta and waitlist access. | Yes | Yes |
| Folk Crew | Cloud-based project work | Free–$100/mo (Pro $20/mo or $12.50/mo billed yearly; Max $100/mo or $66.67/mo billed yearly) | Yes | Yes |
 Rene | Everyday help in WhatsApp | Free tier; Rene Pro $20/month or $200/year; Rene Premium $200/month (Apple in-app subscriptions). | No | Yes |
 Muse (Meta) | Research and document work | Free with a usage limit; paid subscription for more usage, amounts unpublished. | Yes | Yes |
 Lindy | Meetings and follow-up documents | $29.99–$199.99/user/mo (Plus/Pro/Max), Enterprise custom | Not confirmed | No |
 Grok Bot | Voice and mobile use | 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 | No |
Each alternative in detail
01
Folk Crew: cloud-based project work
A personal AI that lives in iMessage, Telegram and WhatsApp and gets its own always-on cloud computer, so it can browse, book, code and remember on your behalf.
- Gives it a cloud computer of its own
- Browses the web for you
- Creates and edits documents
Where you can use it
WhatsApp, iMessage, Telegram
02
Rene: everyday help in WhatsApp
Personal assistant coordinating conversations, connected apps and everyday tasks.
- Remembers you between conversations
- Reminds and nudges you
The trade-off. Unlike Tab, it has no cloud computer.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Mobile app, WhatsApp, iMessage, Telegram
03
Muse (Meta): research and document work
Meta personal agent for delegated everyday tasks, web actions and ongoing goals.
- Creates and edits documents
- Browses the web for you
The trade-off. Unlike Tab, it has no iMessage or voice input.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Mobile app, WhatsApp
04
Lindy: meetings and follow-up documents
A Slack-native AI teammate that runs your inbox, calendar and meetings, and takes on multi-step work across 1,000+ connected apps.
- Joins and records your meetings
- Creates and edits documents
The trade-off. Unlike Tab, it has no WhatsApp.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, iMessage, Slack, Email
05
Grok Bot: voice and mobile use
Persistent AI teammates that work across apps on a shared cloud computer.
- Its own iPhone or Android app
- Voice messages
The trade-off. Unlike Tab, it has no WhatsApp or iMessage.
Where you can use it
Web / desktop, Mobile app
Questions about Tab alternatives
What is a good alternative to Tab?
Start with Folk Crew for cloud-based project work. Rene suits everyday help in WhatsApp. Muse (Meta) suits research and document work.
How do the prices compare with Tab?
Tab: Pricing not publicly disclosed; private beta and waitlist access. Folk Crew: Free–$100/mo (Pro $20/mo or $12.50/mo billed yearly; Max $100/mo or $66.67/mo billed yearly). Rene: Free tier; Rene Pro $20/month or $200/year; Rene Premium $200/month (Apple in-app subscriptions).
Is there a free alternative to Tab?
Yes. Folk Crew, Rene and Muse (Meta) can be used for free.
Prefer an assistant you can message?
Notis takes tasks from WhatsApp, iMessage, Telegram, Slack and email.
Written by Notis, which makes an AI assistant. No placement on this page is paid.