OpenWork vs Goose
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
OpenWork
6.5Unofficial desktop GUI for OpenCode
Goose
8.0Open source, extensible AI agent that goes beyond code suggestions
| Metric | OpenWork | Goose |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 6.5 | 8.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 197 | 990 |
| 90-day Installs | 456 | 2.9K |
| 365-day Installs | 616 | 11.1K |
| Version | 0.18.40 | 1.48.0 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 15.2K | 32.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 1.5K | 3.0K |
| Open Issues | 111 | 366 |
| License | NOASSERTION | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | Rust |
| Last GitHub Commit | 3mo ago | 5mo ago |
| First Seen | May 14, 2026 | Feb 24, 2025 |
Reviews
OpenWork
OpenWork is an open-source alternative to Claude Cowork, offering a self-hosted solution for cloudflare workers. It provides a GUI for OpenCode, making it easier to manage and deploy cloudflare workers. Ideal for developers and teams looking for a cost-effective alternative to Cowork.
OpenWork provides a graphical user interface for managing and deploying cloudflare workers using OpenCode.
Pros
- + Open-source and self-hosted
- + Active development and updates
- + Provides an alternative to paid services
Cons
- - Niche user base with limited installs
- - Some reported bugs affecting user experience
Goose
Goose is an open-source AI agent that extends beyond code suggestions, offering capabilities for executing, editing, and testing with any LLM. It's ideal for developers and AI enthusiasts seeking a versatile tool.
An AI agent that assists with code tasks and integrates with various large language models.
Pros
- + Open-source and extensible
- + Supports multiple LLMs
- + Active development and community
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Potential learning curve