# OpenComputer: Free Open Source Alternative to Blaxel, Daytona, Modal

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/opencomputer
Last updated: 2026-11-07

OpenComputer (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Blaxel, Daytona, Modal, Sprites. Provides always-on virtual machines for AI agents with full OS access, persistent state, elastic CPU/memory resizing, and instant checkpoints.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: OpenComputer
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://opencomputer.dev/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/diggerhq/opencomputer
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 586
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/diggerhq/opencomputer or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (5)
Replacing these paid tools with OpenComputer saves up to $125/mo ($1,500/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Blaxel](https://caniforkit.com/blaxel) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Blaxel vs OpenComputer](https://caniforkit.com/vs/blaxel-vs-opencomputer) |
| [Daytona](https://caniforkit.com/daytona) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Daytona vs OpenComputer](https://caniforkit.com/vs/daytona-vs-opencomputer) |
| [Modal](https://caniforkit.com/modal) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Modal vs OpenComputer](https://caniforkit.com/vs/modal-vs-opencomputer) |
| [Sprites](https://caniforkit.com/sprites) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Sprites vs OpenComputer](https://caniforkit.com/vs/sprites-vs-opencomputer) |
| [Together Sandbox](https://caniforkit.com/together-sandbox) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Together Sandbox vs OpenComputer](https://caniforkit.com/vs/together-sandbox-vs-opencomputer) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is OpenComputer free and open source?
OpenComputer is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Provides always-on virtual machines for AI agents with full OS access, persistent state, elastic CPU/memory resizing, and instant checkpoints.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using OpenComputer?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

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- [Homepage](https://caniforkit.com)