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Manus vs. Claude (inkl. Cowork)

See what each agent is suited for and jump to the details that matter for your task.

What matters for your task

Example task Research

  • Manus

    A good fit if you want research and presentations produced in a cloud workspace

  • Claude (including Cowork)

    A good fit if you want to hand over file work and recurring reports on a paid Claude plan

What to compare first

Environment, access and entry pricing

Manus

General-purpose agent and workspace

For research, presentations, and digital work products in a cloud workspace.

Tool category
General-purpose agents
Environment
Web, Manus Studio, mobile app and optional Cloud Computer
Selbstbetrieb
Not marked
Entry plan on pricing page
Free: $0/month
Europe
Availability still unclear
Sources reviewed

Claude (including Cowork)

General-purpose agent in Claude

General agent work in Claude with files, connectors, skills and background tasks. Docs, Slides and Design are generally available; Dashboards and Motion extend the offering in beta.

Tool category
General-purpose agents
Environment
Claude on web, desktop, and mobile; gradual rollout
Selbstbetrieb
Not marked
Entry plan on pricing page
Free: USD 0
Europe
Available
Sources reviewed

Check before you decide

Manus

  • RequirementCloud computer costs extraPersistent processes require an active cloud computer plan; the standard workspace is temporary.
  • LimitationNo graphical desktop in the cloudThe cloud computer currently provides a command line. Manus Desktop is intended for files and apps on your own computer.
  • LimitationBack up files when canceling a cloud planWhen the plan ends, the virtual machine, including work files, installed tools, and databases, is deleted; delivered chat results remain available.

Claude (including Cowork)

  • RequirementIntegration is being enabled graduallyThe new general work mode launched with Pro and Max. The announcement describes a staged rollout to additional plans.
  • RequirementFeature access and enterprise approvalDocs, Slides and Design are available on all plans. Enterprise admins can enable them; automatic activation is announced for 15 October. Dashboards remains in beta on paid plans, Motion on Team and Enterprise.
  • RequirementActions require appropriate approvalsClaude asks before actions by default. Settings determine when further confirmation is required.

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