Comparison
openyak vs google_workspace_mcp
Verdict
Pick openyak if openyak is an open-source AI agent designed for desktop work that emphasizes local deployment and privacy, integrating with various large language models; pick google_workspace_mcp if aI-driven server and CLI for interactive Google Workspace control using MCP.
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | openyak | google_workspace_mcp |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Very active (3d since push) As of 1w · github_public_v1 | Very active (0d since push) As of 1mo · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Organization account As of 1w · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Personal account As of 1mo · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | Published findings 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
- openyak
- Open-source local-first AI agent for desktop work
- google_workspace_mcp
- Control Google Workspace apps via AI MCP server and CLI tool
Stars
- openyak
- 704
- google_workspace_mcp
- 2.9k
Forks
- openyak
- 58
- google_workspace_mcp
- 901
Open issues
- openyak
- 30
- google_workspace_mcp
- 165
Language
- openyak
- Python
- google_workspace_mcp
- Python
Adopt for
- openyak
- Openyak is an open-source AI agent designed for desktop work that emphasizes local deployment and privacy, integrating with various large language models.
- google_workspace_mcp
- AI-driven server and CLI for interactive Google Workspace control using MCP
Persona
- openyak
- -
- google_workspace_mcp
- -
Runtime
- openyak
- -
- google_workspace_mcp
- -
License
- openyak
- Apache-2.0
- google_workspace_mcp
- MIT
Last pushed
- openyak
- Aug 9, 2026
- google_workspace_mcp
- Jul 26, 2026
Categories
- openyak
- AI Agents, Developer Tools
- google_workspace_mcp
- AI Agents, Developer Tools
Trust and health
Days since push
- openyak
- 3d
- google_workspace_mcp
- 0d
Open issues (now)
- openyak
- 30
- google_workspace_mcp
- 165
Owner type
- openyak
- Organization
- google_workspace_mcp
- User
OSV dependency advisories
- openyak
- Published findings
- google_workspace_mcp
- No lockfile (source not queried)
Full report
- openyak
- Trust report
- google_workspace_mcp
- Trust report
Choose openyak if…
- License: openyak is Apache-2.0, google_workspace_mcp is MIT.
- Tags unique to openyak: code-assistant, desktop-agent, local-llm, open-source.
- When you need coding assistance from an AI on your desktop without relying on cloud services
When NOT to use openyak
- Avoid if you have high computational demands that cannot be met by local resources such as limited GPU power
Choose google_workspace_mcp if…
- License: google_workspace_mcp is MIT, openyak is Apache-2.0.
- Tags unique to google_workspace_mcp: ai, google-workspace, mcp-server, model-context-protocol.
- google_workspace_mcp ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment.
- You need AI-powered automation across multiple Google Workspace apps like Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets
When NOT to use google_workspace_mcp
- If your project focuses solely on a single app or does not benefit from broader automated control over multiple services
- For scenarios where MCP compatibility is not necessary and simpler direct API access suffices
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (openyak/openyak) · observed Aug 12, 2026
- GitHub forks (openyak/openyak) · observed Aug 12, 2026
- Last push (openyak/openyak) · observed Aug 9, 2026
- License file (Apache-2.0) · observed Aug 12, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 17, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 19, 2026
- GitHub stars (taylorwilsdon/google_workspace_mcp) · observed Jul 26, 2026
- GitHub forks (taylorwilsdon/google_workspace_mcp) · observed Jul 26, 2026
- Last push (taylorwilsdon/google_workspace_mcp) · observed Jul 26, 2026
- License file (MIT) · observed Jul 26, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 16, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: openyak 704 · google_workspace_mcp 2.9k (synced Aug 12, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between openyak and google_workspace_mcp?
- openyak: Open-source local-first AI agent for desktop work. google_workspace_mcp: Control Google Workspace apps via AI MCP server and CLI tool. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose openyak over google_workspace_mcp?
- Choose openyak over google_workspace_mcp when License: openyak is Apache-2.0, google_workspace_mcp is MIT; Tags unique to openyak: code-assistant, desktop-agent, local-llm, open-source; When you need coding assistance from an AI on your desktop without relying on cloud services.
- When should I choose google_workspace_mcp over openyak?
- Choose google_workspace_mcp over openyak when License: google_workspace_mcp is MIT, openyak is Apache-2.0; Tags unique to google_workspace_mcp: ai, google-workspace, mcp-server, model-context-protocol; google_workspace_mcp ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment; You need AI-powered automation across multiple Google Workspace apps like Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets.
- When should I avoid openyak?
- Avoid if you have high computational demands that cannot be met by local resources such as limited GPU power
- When should I avoid google_workspace_mcp?
- If your project focuses solely on a single app or does not benefit from broader automated control over multiple services For scenarios where MCP compatibility is not necessary and simpler direct API access suffices
- Is openyak or google_workspace_mcp more popular on GitHub?
- google_workspace_mcp has more GitHub stars (2,912 vs 704). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are openyak and google_workspace_mcp open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (openyak: Apache-2.0, google_workspace_mcp: MIT).
- Where can I find alternatives to openyak or google_workspace_mcp?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at openyak alternatives and google_workspace_mcp alternatives (openyak markdown twin, google_workspace_mcp 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, openyak or google_workspace_mcp?
- openyak: Very active. google_workspace_mcp: 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 openyak and google_workspace_mcp?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: openyak trust report; google_workspace_mcp trust report.