# WaveTerm: Free Open Source Alternative to SoloTerm, Terminal, Warp

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

WaveTerm (Open Source, Open Source) replaces SoloTerm, Terminal, Warp. Enhance your terminal with AI, file previews, and web browsing. Available on MacOS, Linux, and Windows.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: WaveTerm
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://www.waveterm.dev/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/wavetermdev/waveterm
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 22.7k
- **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/wavetermdev/waveterm 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 (3)
Replacing these paid tools with WaveTerm saves up to $55/mo ($660/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [SoloTerm](https://caniforkit.com/soloterm) | [ai assistants](https://caniforkit.com/category/ai-assistant) | $15/mo | [Compare SoloTerm vs WaveTerm](https://caniforkit.com/vs/soloterm-vs-waveterm) |
| [Terminal](https://caniforkit.com/terminal) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Terminal vs WaveTerm](https://caniforkit.com/vs/terminal-vs-waveterm) |
| [Warp](https://caniforkit.com/warp) | [ai assistants](https://caniforkit.com/category/ai-assistant) | $15/mo | [Compare Warp vs WaveTerm](https://caniforkit.com/vs/warp-vs-waveterm) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is WaveTerm free and open source?
WaveTerm is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Enhance your terminal with AI, file previews, and web browsing. Available on MacOS, Linux, and Windows.

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

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