Comparison
memory-os vs hermes-agent
Verdict
Pick memory-os if memory-OS is a memory operating system tailored for Hermes Agent, focusing on local-first, self-hosted persistent storage and seamless integration with any LLM provider using Qdrant as the vector database; pick hermes-agent if hermes-agent is a Python-based AI project aimed at developing an adaptable AI agent.
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | memory-os | hermes-agent |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Steady (41d since push) As of 4w · github_public_v1 | Very active (0d since push) As of 3d · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Personal account As of 4w · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Organization account As of 3d · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | No lockfile (source not queried) As of 1mo · osv@v1 | No lockfile (source not queried) As of 1mo · 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
- memory-os
- A 7-layer memory operating system for Hermes Agent with persistent memory and context injection
- hermes-agent
- The agent that grows with you
Stars
- memory-os
- 1.3k
- hermes-agent
- 231k
Forks
- memory-os
- 120
- hermes-agent
- 46k
Open issues
- memory-os
- 7
- hermes-agent
- 32k
Language
- memory-os
- Python
- hermes-agent
- Python
Adopt for
- memory-os
- Memory-OS is a memory operating system tailored for Hermes Agent, focusing on local-first, self-hosted persistent storage and seamless integration with any LLM provider using Qdrant as the vector database.
- hermes-agent
- Hermes-agent is a Python-based AI project aimed at developing an adaptable AI agent.
Persona
- memory-os
- -
- hermes-agent
- -
Runtime
- memory-os
- -
- hermes-agent
- -
License
- memory-os
- MIT
- hermes-agent
- MIT License; this allows for extensive freedoms including use in both personal and commercial projects with minimal legal restrictions.
Last pushed
- memory-os
- Jun 10, 2026
- hermes-agent
- Aug 15, 2026
Categories
- memory-os
- AI Agents, Vector Databases
- hermes-agent
- AI Agents
Trust and health
Maintenance
- memory-os
- Steady (60%)
- hermes-agent
- Very active (96%)
Days since push
- memory-os
- 41d
- hermes-agent
- 0d
Open issues (now)
- memory-os
- 7
- hermes-agent
- 32k
Stars delta
- memory-os
- Unknown
- hermes-agent
- +15k (30d)
Open issues delta
- memory-os
- Unknown
- hermes-agent
- +9115 (30d)
Owner type
- memory-os
- User
- hermes-agent
- Organization
Full report
- memory-os
- Trust report
- hermes-agent
- Trust report
Typed relationship
memory-os integrates hermes-agentMemory OS is designed specifically to work with Hermes Agent, providing it with persistent memory and context-injection capabilities.
Choose memory-os if…
- Memory OS is designed specifically to work with Hermes Agent, providing it with persistent memory and context-injection capabilities.
- Tags unique to memory-os: ai-memory, context-injection, docker, ground-truth.
- Also covers Vector Databases.
- - You are working with Hermes Agent and require a sophisticated memory management solution that operates locally.
When NOT to use memory-os
- - If you are looking for a completely cloud-managed service without any local setup or maintenance needs.
- - Your use case does not align with Hermes Agent; Memory-OS is specifically designed to complement this agent's functions and won't provide the same benefits when used independently.
Choose hermes-agent if…
- Pricing: Open-source under the MIT license means it is free to modify, share, and distribute but additional services or premium versions may come at a cost..
- Requirements: Requires Python environment setup; adaptable AI functionalities might need integration with other specific libraries or APIs depending on the application..
- Memory OS is designed specifically to work with Hermes Agent, providing it with persistent memory and context-injection capabilities.
- Tags unique to hermes-agent: ai-agent, anthropic, chatgpt, claude.
- hermes-agent ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment.
- When you are in need of an adaptive AI tool that can evolve with your increasing complexity and changing needs, such as for continuous learning scenarios.
When NOT to use hermes-agent
- When your project demands a highly specialized and less flexible tool. Hermes-agent is designed for broader flexibility rather than specific tasks.
- If you are looking for an out-of-the-box, ready solution without the need for customization or growth over time, hermes-agent might require more setup and adjustment to meet your precise needs.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (ClaudioDrews/memory-os) · observed Jul 22, 2026
- GitHub forks (ClaudioDrews/memory-os) · observed Jul 22, 2026
- Last push (ClaudioDrews/memory-os) · observed Jun 10, 2026
- License file (MIT) · observed Jul 22, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 12, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- GitHub stars (NousResearch/hermes-agent) · observed Aug 16, 2026
- GitHub forks (NousResearch/hermes-agent) · observed Aug 16, 2026
- Last push (NousResearch/hermes-agent) · observed Aug 15, 2026
- License file (MIT) · observed Aug 16, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: memory-os 1.3k · hermes-agent 231k (synced Jul 22, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between memory-os and hermes-agent?
- memory-os: A 7-layer memory operating system for Hermes Agent with persistent memory and context injection. hermes-agent: The agent that grows with you. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose memory-os over hermes-agent?
- Choose memory-os over hermes-agent when Memory OS is designed specifically to work with Hermes Agent, providing it with persistent memory and context-injection capabilities; Tags unique to memory-os: ai-memory, context-injection, docker, ground-truth; Also covers Vector Databases; - You are working with Hermes Agent and require a sophisticated memory management solution that operates locally.
- When should I choose hermes-agent over memory-os?
- Choose hermes-agent over memory-os when Pricing: Open-source under the MIT license means it is free to modify, share, and distribute but additional services or premium versions may come at a cost.; Requirements: Requires Python environment setup; adaptable AI functionalities might need integration with other specific libraries or APIs depending on the application.; Memory OS is designed specifically to work with Hermes Agent, providing it with persistent memory and context-injection capabilities; Tags unique to hermes-agent: ai-agent, anthropic, chatgpt, claude; hermes-agent ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment; When you are in need of an adaptive AI tool that can evolve with your increasing complexity and changing needs, such as for continuous learning scenarios.
- When should I avoid memory-os?
- - If you are looking for a completely cloud-managed service without any local setup or maintenance needs. - Your use case does not align with Hermes Agent; Memory-OS is specifically designed to complement this agent's functions and won't provide the same benefits when used independently.
- When should I avoid hermes-agent?
- When your project demands a highly specialized and less flexible tool. Hermes-agent is designed for broader flexibility rather than specific tasks. If you are looking for an out-of-the-box, ready solution without the need for customization or growth over time, hermes-agent might require more setup and adjustment to meet your precise needs.
- Is memory-os or hermes-agent more popular on GitHub?
- hermes-agent has more GitHub stars (231,074 vs 1,291). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are memory-os and hermes-agent open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (memory-os: MIT, hermes-agent: MIT).
- Where can I find alternatives to memory-os or hermes-agent?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at memory-os alternatives and hermes-agent alternatives (memory-os markdown twin, hermes-agent 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, memory-os or hermes-agent?
- memory-os: Steady. hermes-agent: 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 memory-os and hermes-agent?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: memory-os trust report; hermes-agent trust report.