Comparison
AstrBot vs nanobot
Verdict
Pick AstrBot if astrBot is an AI agent assistant and development framework that integrates multiple instant messaging platforms, LLMs, plugins, and AI features, offering various deployment methods including cloud, Docker, desktop app, a; pick nanobot if nanobot is a lightweight AI framework that eases integration of various AI models into specific applications such as chatbots and workflow automation.
Markdown twin · AstrBot alternatives · nanobot alternatives
GraphCanon updated Sep 20, 2026
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | AstrBot | nanobot |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Very active (0d since push) As of Sep 18, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Very active (0d since push) As of Aug 16, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Organization account As of Sep 18, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Organization account As of Aug 16, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | Published findings As of Sep 18, 2026 · osv@v1 | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 11, 2026 · osv@v1 |
| deps.dev advisories | Not queried deps.dev@v1 | Not queried deps.dev@v1 |
| OpenSSF Scorecard | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 |
Tagline
- AstrBot
- AI Agent Assistant & development framework
- nanobot
- Lightweight, open-source AI agent for your tools, chats, and workflows.
Stars
- AstrBot
- 41k
- nanobot
- 47k
Forks
- AstrBot
- 2.9k
- nanobot
- 8.3k
Open issues
- AstrBot
- 1.5k
- nanobot
- 706
Language
- AstrBot
- Python
- nanobot
- Python
Adopt for
- AstrBot
- AstrBot is an AI agent assistant and development framework that integrates multiple instant messaging platforms, LLMs, plugins, and AI features, offering various deployment methods including cloud, Docker, desktop app, a
- nanobot
- nanobot is a lightweight AI framework that eases integration of various AI models into specific applications such as chatbots and workflow automation.
Persona
- AstrBot
- -
- nanobot
- -
Runtime
- AstrBot
- -
- nanobot
- -
License
- AstrBot
- AGPL-3.0
- nanobot
- nanobot operates under the MIT license, allowing for broad usage in both commercial and personal projects.
Last pushed
- AstrBot
- Sep 17, 2026
- nanobot
- Aug 16, 2026
Categories
- AstrBot
- AI Agents, Developer Tools
- nanobot
- AI Agents, Developer Tools
Trust and health
Open issues (now)
- AstrBot
- 1.5k
- nanobot
- 706
Stars delta
- AstrBot
- +1.4k (30d)
- nanobot
- +1.3k (30d)
Open issues delta
- AstrBot
- +123 (30d)
- nanobot
- -167 (30d)
OSV dependency advisories
- AstrBot
- Published findings
- nanobot
- No lockfile (source not queried)
Full report
- AstrBot
- Trust report
- nanobot
- Trust report
Typed relationship
AstrBot alternative nanobotBoth are lightweight AI agent frameworks aimed at integrating with various tools and workflows.
Shared compatibility
- Python · AstrBot: Python runtime · nanobot: Python runtime
Choose AstrBot if…
- License: AstrBot is AGPL-3.0, nanobot is MIT.
- Both are lightweight AI agent frameworks aimed at integrating with various tools and workflows.
- Tags unique to AstrBot: agent, ai, astrbot, chatbot.
- When you need a development framework that integrates with multiple instant messaging platforms and LLMs, and you prefer a one-click deployment method using uv or Docker.
When NOT to use AstrBot
- If you require a tool that does not support one-click cloud deployment or uv-based deployment, as AstrBot heavily relies on these methods for quick setup.
- Avoid using AstrBot if you need a solution that does not integrate with specific instant messaging platforms like Discord, QQ, or Telegram, as it is designed with these integrations in mind.
- Do not use AstrBot if you are looking for a tool that does not offer a desktop application deployment option, as it is specifically designed for desktop usage with ChatUI.
Choose nanobot if…
- License: nanobot is MIT, AstrBot is AGPL-3.0.
- Requirements: Min 1 GB RAM.
- Both are lightweight AI agent frameworks aimed at integrating with various tools and workflows.
- Tags unique to nanobot: ai-agent, anthropic, claude, openai.
- When you need to integrate lightweight and open-source AI functionalities in your existing Python projects, especially when leveraging models like Claude or ChatGPT.
When NOT to use nanobot
- If your project requirements demand a high level of customization and complex functionality beyond simple chatbots and straightforward workflow automation, as nanobot's lightweight architecture may be
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (AstrBotDevs/AstrBot) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (AstrBotDevs/AstrBot) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (AstrBotDevs/AstrBot) · observed Sep 17, 2026
- License file (AGPL-3.0) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Sep 18, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Sep 18, 2026
- GitHub stars (HKUDS/nanobot) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (HKUDS/nanobot) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (HKUDS/nanobot) · observed Aug 16, 2026
- License file (MIT) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: AstrBot 41k · nanobot 47k (synced Sep 20, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between AstrBot and nanobot?
- AstrBot: AI Agent Assistant & development framework. nanobot: Lightweight, open-source AI agent for your tools, chats, and workflows.. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose AstrBot over nanobot?
- Choose AstrBot over nanobot when License: AstrBot is AGPL-3.0, nanobot is MIT; Both are lightweight AI agent frameworks aimed at integrating with various tools and workflows; Tags unique to AstrBot: agent, ai, astrbot, chatbot; When you need a development framework that integrates with multiple instant messaging platforms and LLMs, and you prefer a one-click deployment method using uv or Docker.
- When should I choose nanobot over AstrBot?
- Choose nanobot over AstrBot when License: nanobot is MIT, AstrBot is AGPL-3.0; Requirements: Min 1 GB RAM; Both are lightweight AI agent frameworks aimed at integrating with various tools and workflows; Tags unique to nanobot: ai-agent, anthropic, claude, openai; When you need to integrate lightweight and open-source AI functionalities in your existing Python projects, especially when leveraging models like Claude or ChatGPT.
- When should I avoid AstrBot?
- If you require a tool that does not support one-click cloud deployment or uv-based deployment, as AstrBot heavily relies on these methods for quick setup. Avoid using AstrBot if you need a solution that does not integrate with specific instant messaging platforms like Discord, QQ, or Telegram, as it is designed with these integrations in mind. Do not use AstrBot if you are looking for a tool that does not offer a desktop application deployment option, as it is specifically designed for desktop usage with ChatUI.
- When should I avoid nanobot?
- If your project requirements demand a high level of customization and complex functionality beyond simple chatbots and straightforward workflow automation, as nanobot's lightweight architecture may be
- Is AstrBot or nanobot more popular on GitHub?
- nanobot has more GitHub stars (47,060 vs 40,647). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are AstrBot and nanobot open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (AstrBot: AGPL-3.0, nanobot: MIT).
- Where can I find alternatives to AstrBot or nanobot?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at AstrBot alternatives and nanobot alternatives (AstrBot markdown twin, nanobot markdown twin), ranked by typed relationship edges rather than popularity votes.
- Is there a machine-readable version of this comparison?
- Yes. The markdown twin at this comparison mirrors this page for agents and LLM crawlers, with the same stats table and FAQ answers.
- Which is better maintained, AstrBot or nanobot?
- AstrBot: Very active. nanobot: Very active. Compare maintenance labels, days since push, and release cadence in the trust section below - stars alone do not measure maintenance.
- Where are the full trust reports for AstrBot and nanobot?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: AstrBot trust report; nanobot trust report.