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OpenHands vs. Devin

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

What matters for your task

Example task Develop software

  • OpenHands

    A good fit if you want to self-host coding agents and keep code and conversations in your own infrastructure

  • Devin

    A good fit if you want to hand tasks from Slack, Teams, Linear or Jira to a cloud agent

What to compare first

Environment, access and entry pricing

OpenHands

Coding agent platform with SDK and Agent Canvas

Platform for coding agents with Agent Canvas, Software Agent SDK and cloud access. Agents edit code, use tools and run configurable automations.

Tool category
Coding agents
Environment
Agent Canvas in the browser, SDK and Agent Server, and OpenHands Cloud
Selbstbetrieb
Possible
Entry plan on pricing page
Local open source: USD 0 software fee
Europe
With requirements
Sources reviewed

Devin

Cloud and local coding agent

Software agent for scoped development tasks that writes, runs, and tests code. Cloud sessions can be assigned through the web, integrations, or the local CLI.

Tool category
Coding agents
Environment
Cloud workspace with IDE, shell, and browser; local CLI and Devin Desktop
Selbstbetrieb
Not marked
Entry plan on pricing page
Free: USD 0 per month
Europe
Availability still unclear
Sources reviewed

Check before you decide

OpenHands

  • LimitationIndividual Cloud daily limitIndividual Cloud is limited to one user and at most ten conversations per day. Model usage is paid separately or supplied through personal keys.
  • LimitationHost execution has host accessAgents without a sandbox can access the host filesystem. Docker sandboxes isolate agent tools; the interface and automation service run outside that sandbox.
  • LimitationParallel work requires separate working statesMultiple Docker conversations can use the same workspace directory. Provide separate directories or worktrees for independent changes.

Devin

  • RequirementPrepare the repository and environmentDevin needs access to the repository and a working development environment with the required dependencies and access permissions.
  • RequirementCloud access from ProThe free plan includes limited agent usage; cloud Devin is included in Pro and higher plans.
  • LimitationDaily and weekly allowancesIncluded agent usage follows daily and weekly allowances. Model and task affect consumption; additional usage is billed at API rates.

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