Devin vs OpenHands
Two of the most-asked-about agents in the coding space. Here's how they actually stack up.
Devin
Autonomous AI software engineer that works on tickets end to end
From $500/mo
Read full review →OpenHands
Open-source autonomous coding agent and credible Devin alternative
Free
Read full review →Side-by-side comparison
| Devin | OpenHands | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Autonomous AI software engineer that works on tickets end to end | Open-source autonomous coding agent and credible Devin alternative |
| Pricing | From $500/mo | Free |
| Categories | coding, autonomous | coding, autonomous, open-source |
| Made by | Cognition | All Hands AI |
| Launched | 2024-03 | 2024-03 |
| Platforms | Web, Cloud | macOS, Linux, Windows (via Docker) |
| Status | active | active |
Devin highlights
- + Cloud workspaces with browser, shell, and editor
- + Long-running autonomous task execution
- + Opens pull requests directly to your repo
- + Slack and Linear integrations
- + Memory across sessions for ongoing projects
OpenHands highlights
- + Sandboxed Docker execution with full browser, shell, and file access
- + CodeAct architecture that translates agent decisions into real shell commands
- + Bring-your-own-model support for Claude, GPT-5, Gemini, and any LiteLLM provider
- + Multi-agent orchestration with specialized microagents for browsing and research
- + Web UI, CLI, and headless modes for interactive and automated workflows
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Devin or OpenHands?
Neither is universally better. Devin (From $500/mo) leans into coding, while OpenHands (Free) is closer to coding. Pick based on which workflow you actually do every day.
What is the price difference between Devin and OpenHands?
Devin is from $500/mo. OpenHands is free. See the pricing row in the comparison table.
Can I use Devin and OpenHands together?
In most cases, yes. They serve overlapping but distinct needs, so running them side by side is common until you decide which fits your workflow.