Reasonix vs nanobot
Which should you use? A side-by-side look at what each one does, who it suits, what it costs, how hard it is to set up, and where each falls short.
Open source · MIT
An open-source AI coding assistant that reads, edits and tests code in your project folder.
Open source · MIT
Self-hosted personal AI agent in Python that works through a browser, terminal, or chat apps.
The short answer
Choose Reasonix if you need…
- Developers who want an AI assistant to make multi-step changes in a local project
- People who want to choose or switch their own model provider
- Users who want to approve each action or review a plan before work starts
- Those who prefer a desktop app, terminal, browser, or VS Code extension interface
Choose nanobot if you need…
- People who want a self-hosted personal assistant they can inspect and customize
- Developers who want a small Python agent framework with memory, tools, and MCP support
- Users who want an assistant reachable from chat apps like Telegram, Discord, or Slack
- People who want to summarize PDF, Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files with an AI assistant
Side-by-side
| Reasonix | nanobot | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | App | App |
| Price | Free and open source | Free and open source |
| Licence | MIT | MIT |
| GitHub stars | 36k | 49.8k |
| Setup difficulty | Beginner | Intermediate |
| How you get it | Download the app | Install with a package manager |
| Main language | Go | Python |
| Last code update | 4 days ago | 4 days ago |
What each one is
Reasonix
Reasonix is an open-source AI coding assistant that runs on your own computer. You describe a task in plain language, and it reads code, edits files and runs commands and tests inside the project folder you choose, showing you each step. You choose the AI model: a DeepSeek preset is built in, and any OpenAI-compatible service can be added, with payment going directly to the model provider.
nanobot
nanobot is an open-source personal AI assistant you run yourself. You can use it in a browser, a terminal, or chat apps like Telegram or Discord to work with files, remember preferences, and schedule tasks. It does not include a model; you connect it to a supported model provider or a local model server.
Best for
Reasonix
- Developers who want an AI assistant to make multi-step changes in a local project
- People who want to choose or switch their own model provider
- Users who want to approve each action or review a plan before work starts
- Those who prefer a desktop app, terminal, browser, or VS Code extension interface
nanobot
- People who want a self-hosted personal assistant they can inspect and customize
- Developers who want a small Python agent framework with memory, tools, and MCP support
- Users who want an assistant reachable from chat apps like Telegram, Discord, or Slack
- People who want to summarize PDF, Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files with an AI assistant
Strengths
Reasonix
- Runs on your computer and works inside the project folder you pick
- Lets you choose the permission level, from asking every time to limited autonomy
- Offers several interfaces: desktop app, terminal, browser, and editor via ACP
nanobot
- Self-hosted, and the README says you can inspect and extend the code
- Works across a browser UI, terminal, and many chat channels
- Supports OpenAI-compatible APIs and local models, so you can choose your provider
Not ideal for
Reasonix
- People who want a hosted service with no setup or API key, since you must supply a model provider and key
- Anyone who expects rewind to undo shell command side effects, because the README says only files changed by its edit tools are covered
- Those who need a fully offline setup, since the model is a service you configure and it receives what it reads
nanobot
- People who want a ready-made hosted service with no setup, since you must supply a model account or local model server
- Non-technical users who are uncomfortable with terminals or configuration, unless they follow the separate non-technical guide
- Teams needing a documented enterprise security model, since the README does not describe one in detail
Trade-offs
Reasonix
- You must supply and pay for your own model provider and key
- Rewind does not cover changes made by shell commands
- The README is truncated and does not fully document setup details for every platform
nanobot
- Requires a model provider account or local model hardware, and costs depend on that choice
- The README is truncated and describes current source, which may differ from the stable release
- Setup involves Python and terminal steps for most users
Getting started
Reasonix
Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/esengine/DeepSeek-Reasonixnanobot
Install stable release with uv
uv tool install nanobot-aiInstall stable release with pip (inside an activated virtual environment)
python -m pip install nanobot-aiFrequently asked questions
What is the difference between Reasonix and nanobot?
Reasonix: An open-source AI coding assistant that reads, edits and tests code in your project folder. nanobot: Self-hosted personal AI agent in Python that works through a browser, terminal, or chat apps. Reasonix suits developers who want an ai assistant to make multi-step changes in a local project, while nanobot suits people who want a self-hosted personal assistant they can inspect and customize.
Are Reasonix and nanobot free?
Reasonix: Free and open source. nanobot: Free and open source.
Which is easier to set up, Reasonix or nanobot?
Reasonix is easier to get started with (rated beginner); nanobot is rated intermediate and usually needs more setup.
Is Reasonix or nanobot more popular?
nanobot has more GitHub stars (49.8k) than Reasonix (36k). Popularity isn't the same as fit — check which one matches your use case above.
What are other alternatives to Reasonix and nanobot?
Other options people compare them with include OpenHands, CowAgent, Ollama, magpie, DSH Desktop.
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