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Head-to-head comparison

screenpipe vs Orkas

Compare screenpipe and Orkas side by side across pricing, features, ratings, pros, cons, best-fit use cases, and alternatives.

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Orkas
ai-agents

Open-source local-first AI workforce coordinated by a Commander through one chat

Pricing
Free plan
Rating
Votes
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Feature comparison

Feature
screenpipe
Orkas
Category
productivity
ai-agents
Pricing
Free plan
Free plan
Free plan
API access
Mobile app
Browser extension
Team collaboration
Custom training
Self-hosted option
Offline mode
Multi-language support

screenpipe pros and cons

Local-first capture and storage by default
Local API and MCP server for compatible AI assistants
Works with Claude, Codex, and other AI tools
Source-available code you can inspect
Source-available under a commercial license, not open source
Commercial or production use requires a paid license
Optional cloud AI, transcription, and sync send context off-device

Orkas pros and cons

Open-source under the MIT license
Local-first: files, history, and keys stay on your machine
Commander coordinates a team of specialist agents
Bring your own keys across many providers or use managed models
Desktop client, not a server, so no team self-hosting
Team collaboration and remote control are only planned
Managed-model credits are metered and track provider pricing

Which one should you choose?

Best overall signal
Orkas

Selected using Toolglade popularity signals such as views and votes.

Best value signal
screenpipe

Selected using free-plan availability and engagement signals.

Best for

screenpipe

  • local-first AI recall
  • meeting notes and summaries
  • giving agents work context
  • Privacy-conscious knowledge workers
  • Consultants and researchers who need work recall

Orkas

  • solo founders and small teams
  • multi-agent workflows
  • local-first privacy
  • Solo founders and indie builders
  • One-person businesses

FAQ

Is screenpipe better than Orkas?

It depends on your use case. Compare category fit, pricing, feature availability, and ratings before choosing.

Which tool has a free plan?

screenpipe and Orkas offer a free plan based on current Toolglade data.

Where can I find alternatives?

View screenpipe alternatives or view Orkas alternatives.