Comparison
LaVague vs autogen
Verdict
Pick LaVague if large Action Model (LaVague) framework supports developing AI web agents using customizable Large Language Models (LLMs), offering tracking of token usage for cost estimation purposes; pick autogen if autoGen is a Python-based framework for developing and managing agentic AI systems. It includes the AutoGen Studio for no-code GUI setup, integrating with various models.
Markdown twin · LaVague alternatives · autogen alternatives
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | LaVague | autogen |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Dormant (574d since push) As of 2d · github_public_v1 | Slowing (107d since push) As of 2w · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Organization account As of 2d · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Organization account As of 2w · 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
- LaVague
- Large Action Model framework to develop AI Web Agents
- autogen
- A programming framework for agentic AI
Stars
- LaVague
- 6.4k
- autogen
- 60k
Forks
- LaVague
- 573
- autogen
- 9.1k
Open issues
- LaVague
- 104
- autogen
- 970
Language
- LaVague
- Python
- autogen
- Python
Adopt for
- LaVague
- Large Action Model (LaVague) framework supports developing AI web agents using customizable Large Language Models (LLMs), offering tracking of token usage for cost estimation purposes.
- autogen
- AutoGen is a Python-based framework for developing and managing agentic AI systems. It includes the AutoGen Studio for no-code GUI setup, integrating with various models.
Persona
- LaVague
- -
- autogen
- -
Runtime
- LaVague
- -
- autogen
- -
License
- LaVague
- LaVague's license (Apache-2.0) allows free use in both open and closed-source applications, provided that copyright notices are preserved.
- autogen
- CC-BY-4.0
Last pushed
- LaVague
- Jan 21, 2025
- autogen
- Apr 15, 2026
Categories
- LaVague
- AI Agents
- autogen
- AI Agents, LLM Frameworks
Trust and health
Maintenance
- LaVague
- Dormant (18%)
- autogen
- Slowing (36%)
Days since push
- LaVague
- 574d
- autogen
- 107d
Open issues (now)
- LaVague
- 104
- autogen
- 970
Stars delta
- LaVague
- +6 (30d)
- autogen
- Unknown
Open issues delta
- LaVague
- 0 (30d)
- autogen
- Unknown
Full report
- LaVague
- Trust report
- autogen
- Trust report
Choose LaVague if…
- License: LaVague is Apache-2.0, autogen is CC-BY-4.0.
- Pricing: Free to use with customizable LLMs; actual costs depend on the specific LLM used and operational complexity..
- Requirements: Min 2 GB RAM; Requires Python for development..
- Tags unique to LaVague: browser, large-action-model, llm, oss.
- When you need a flexible framework that allows customization of LLMs, particularly if your primary model is OpenAI's `gpt4-o` or similar models.
When NOT to use LaVague
- Avoid using LaVague if you are working on projects that do not involve AI web agent development, as the framework is specifically designed around this use-case.
- Do not opt for LaVague if you require a non-Python environment for your development since the framework is Python-based.
Choose autogen if…
- License: autogen is CC-BY-4.0, LaVague is Apache-2.0.
- Requirements: Min 4 GB RAM; AutoGen requires Python 3.10 or later.; Ensure security when connecting to MCP servers due to the potential for local command execution and sensitive information exposure..
- Tags unique to autogen: agentic-agi, agents, autogen, autogen-ecosystem.
- Also covers LLM Frameworks.
- You need a framework that supports integration with multiple AI models via OpenAI's chat completion client.
When NOT to use autogen
- If you require tools supporting multiple programming languages beyond Python, as AutoGen is strictly a Python-based framework.
- When deploying in environments where connecting to external servers (like those used by MCP) could pose security risks or is prohibited.
- You need solutions which do not involve additional installations for server components such as `playwright/mcp`, as AutoGen requires this setup for certain functionalities.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (lavague-ai/LaVague) · observed Aug 18, 2026
- GitHub forks (lavague-ai/LaVague) · observed Aug 18, 2026
- Last push (lavague-ai/LaVague) · observed Jan 21, 2025
- License file (Apache-2.0) · observed Aug 18, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 12, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- GitHub stars (microsoft/autogen) · observed Aug 1, 2026
- GitHub forks (microsoft/autogen) · observed Aug 1, 2026
- Last push (microsoft/autogen) · observed Apr 15, 2026
- License file (CC-BY-4.0) · observed Aug 1, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: LaVague 6.4k · autogen 60k (synced Aug 18, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between LaVague and autogen?
- LaVague: Large Action Model framework to develop AI Web Agents. autogen: A programming framework for agentic AI. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose LaVague over autogen?
- Choose LaVague over autogen when License: LaVague is Apache-2.0, autogen is CC-BY-4.0; Pricing: Free to use with customizable LLMs; actual costs depend on the specific LLM used and operational complexity.; Requirements: Min 2 GB RAM; Requires Python for development.; Tags unique to LaVague: browser, large-action-model, llm, oss; When you need a flexible framework that allows customization of LLMs, particularly if your primary model is OpenAI's
gpt4-oor similar models. - When should I choose autogen over LaVague?
- Choose autogen over LaVague when License: autogen is CC-BY-4.0, LaVague is Apache-2.0; Requirements: Min 4 GB RAM; AutoGen requires Python 3.10 or later.; Ensure security when connecting to MCP servers due to the potential for local command execution and sensitive information exposure.; Tags unique to autogen: agentic-agi, agents, autogen, autogen-ecosystem; Also covers LLM Frameworks; You need a framework that supports integration with multiple AI models via OpenAI's chat completion client.
- When should I avoid LaVague?
- Avoid using LaVague if you are working on projects that do not involve AI web agent development, as the framework is specifically designed around this use-case. Do not opt for LaVague if you require a non-Python environment for your development since the framework is Python-based.
- When should I avoid autogen?
- If you require tools supporting multiple programming languages beyond Python, as AutoGen is strictly a Python-based framework. When deploying in environments where connecting to external servers (like those used by MCP) could pose security risks or is prohibited. You need solutions which do not involve additional installations for server components such as
playwright/mcp, as AutoGen requires this setup for certain functionalities. - Is LaVague or autogen more popular on GitHub?
- autogen has more GitHub stars (60,139 vs 6,386). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are LaVague and autogen open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (LaVague: Apache-2.0, autogen: CC-BY-4.0).
- Where can I find alternatives to LaVague or autogen?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at LaVague alternatives and autogen alternatives (LaVague markdown twin, autogen 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, LaVague or autogen?
- LaVague: Dormant. autogen: Slowing. 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 LaVague and autogen?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: LaVague trust report; autogen trust report.