Comparison
idun-agent-platform vs agent-kernel
Verdict
Pick idun-agent-platform if idun-agent-platform is an open-source runtime for deploying LangGraph and Google ADK AI agents in production with FastAPI, AG-UI copilotkit API, chat UI, guardrails, observability, and SSO; pick agent-kernel if agent-kernel provides an operating system for scalable enterprise AI agents, supporting deployment and orchestration at scale with native integration support for MCP and A2A.
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GraphCanon updated Sep 20, 2026
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | idun-agent-platform | agent-kernel |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Steady (36d since push) As of Sep 12, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Very active (1d since push) As of Sep 13, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Organization account As of Sep 12, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Organization account As of Sep 13, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 15, 2026 · osv@v1 | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 15, 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
- idun-agent-platform
- Open-source runtime for LangGraph and Google ADK agents as FastAPI service
- agent-kernel
- The Operating System for Scalable Enterprise AI Agents
Stars
- idun-agent-platform
- 199
- agent-kernel
- 188
Forks
- idun-agent-platform
- 13
- agent-kernel
- 86
Open issues
- idun-agent-platform
- 110
- agent-kernel
- 137
Language
- idun-agent-platform
- Python
- agent-kernel
- Python
Adopt for
- idun-agent-platform
- idun-agent-platform is an open-source runtime for deploying LangGraph and Google ADK AI agents in production with FastAPI, AG-UI copilotkit API, chat UI, guardrails, observability, and SSO.
- agent-kernel
- Agent-kernel provides an operating system for scalable enterprise AI agents, supporting deployment and orchestration at scale with native integration support for MCP and A2A.
Persona
- idun-agent-platform
- -
- agent-kernel
- -
Runtime
- idun-agent-platform
- -
- agent-kernel
- -
License
- idun-agent-platform
- GPL-3.0 License requires derivative works to also be open source.
- agent-kernel
- Apache-2.0
Last pushed
- idun-agent-platform
- Aug 6, 2026
- agent-kernel
- Sep 11, 2026
Categories
- idun-agent-platform
- AI Agents, Inference & Serving
- agent-kernel
- AI Agents
Trust and health
Maintenance
- idun-agent-platform
- Steady (60%)
- agent-kernel
- Very active (96%)
Days since push
- idun-agent-platform
- 36d
- agent-kernel
- 1d
Open issues (now)
- idun-agent-platform
- 110
- agent-kernel
- 137
Stars delta
- idun-agent-platform
- +2 (30d)
- agent-kernel
- +75 (30d)
Open issues delta
- idun-agent-platform
- 0 (30d)
- agent-kernel
- +9 (30d)
Full report
- idun-agent-platform
- Trust report
- agent-kernel
- Trust report
Shared compatibility
- LangGraph · idun-agent-platform: LangGraph integration · agent-kernel: LangGraph integration
- Python · idun-agent-platform: Python runtime · agent-kernel: Python runtime
Choose idun-agent-platform if…
- License: idun-agent-platform is GPL-3.0, agent-kernel is Apache-2.0.
- Pricing: Free and open-source platform with support for commercial use under the GPL-3.0 license..
- Requirements: Min 2 GB RAM.
- Tags unique to idun-agent-platform: a2a-protocol, ag-ui-protocol, agent-platform, agentic-ai.
- Also covers Inference & Serving.
- When you want to deploy production-ready AI agents using a self-hosted platform that supports both LangGraph and Google ADK.
When NOT to use idun-agent-platform
- When vendor lock-in is not an issue, because idun-agent-platform emphasizes being self-hosted with no dependency on external vendors.
- If your project does not need or cannot accommodate the GPL-3.0 license requirement for open-source projects that use this platform.
- For simple agent deployments without a need for advanced features like AG-UI copilotkit API, detailed guardrails, or out-of-the-box observability features.
Choose agent-kernel if…
- License: agent-kernel is Apache-2.0, idun-agent-platform is GPL-3.0.
- Requirements: It requires Python versions between 3.12 and 3.13.x.; Supports deployment to various environments such as AWS Lambda, ECS, Azure Functions, or Container Apps via one Terraform module..
- Tags unique to agent-kernel: a2a, adk, aws, azure.
- If you require seamless scalability across different cloud providers like AWS and Azure without lock-in or rewrites.
When NOT to use agent-kernel
- If your project is confined to a single, specific AI framework which doesn't require the flexibility Agent-kernel offers.
- When you do not have Python version 3.12 - 3.13.x, as it's the required runtime environment.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (Idun-Group/idun-agent-platform) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (Idun-Group/idun-agent-platform) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (Idun-Group/idun-agent-platform) · observed Aug 6, 2026
- License file (GPL-3.0) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 17, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 15, 2026
- GitHub stars (yaalalabs/agent-kernel) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (yaalalabs/agent-kernel) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (yaalalabs/agent-kernel) · observed Sep 11, 2026
- License file (Apache-2.0) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 16, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 15, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: idun-agent-platform 199 · agent-kernel 188 (synced Sep 20, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between idun-agent-platform and agent-kernel?
- idun-agent-platform: Open-source runtime for LangGraph and Google ADK agents as FastAPI service. agent-kernel: The Operating System for Scalable Enterprise AI Agents. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose idun-agent-platform over agent-kernel?
- Choose idun-agent-platform over agent-kernel when License: idun-agent-platform is GPL-3.0, agent-kernel is Apache-2.0; Pricing: Free and open-source platform with support for commercial use under the GPL-3.0 license.; Requirements: Min 2 GB RAM; Tags unique to idun-agent-platform: a2a-protocol, ag-ui-protocol, agent-platform, agentic-ai; Also covers Inference & Serving; When you want to deploy production-ready AI agents using a self-hosted platform that supports both LangGraph and Google ADK.
- When should I choose agent-kernel over idun-agent-platform?
- Choose agent-kernel over idun-agent-platform when License: agent-kernel is Apache-2.0, idun-agent-platform is GPL-3.0; Requirements: It requires Python versions between 3.12 and 3.13.x.; Supports deployment to various environments such as AWS Lambda, ECS, Azure Functions, or Container Apps via one Terraform module.; Tags unique to agent-kernel: a2a, adk, aws, azure; If you require seamless scalability across different cloud providers like AWS and Azure without lock-in or rewrites.
- When should I avoid idun-agent-platform?
- When vendor lock-in is not an issue, because idun-agent-platform emphasizes being self-hosted with no dependency on external vendors. If your project does not need or cannot accommodate the GPL-3.0 license requirement for open-source projects that use this platform. For simple agent deployments without a need for advanced features like AG-UI copilotkit API, detailed guardrails, or out-of-the-box observability features.
- When should I avoid agent-kernel?
- If your project is confined to a single, specific AI framework which doesn't require the flexibility Agent-kernel offers. When you do not have Python version 3.12 - 3.13.x, as it's the required runtime environment.
- Is idun-agent-platform or agent-kernel more popular on GitHub?
- idun-agent-platform has more GitHub stars (199 vs 188). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are idun-agent-platform and agent-kernel open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (idun-agent-platform: GPL-3.0, agent-kernel: Apache-2.0).
- Where can I find alternatives to idun-agent-platform or agent-kernel?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at idun-agent-platform alternatives and agent-kernel alternatives (idun-agent-platform markdown twin, agent-kernel 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, idun-agent-platform or agent-kernel?
- idun-agent-platform: Steady. agent-kernel: 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 idun-agent-platform and agent-kernel?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: idun-agent-platform trust report; agent-kernel trust report.