Manus5.0
4–5OpenClaw leads 5–4 (1 tied) over 10 shared dimensionsPagent
OpenClaw5.1
Scores from tests dated Oct 27, 2026. Test runs: Manus 30, OpenClaw 30.
Where each one scores higher
Higher score for Manus
Higher score for OpenClaw
Same score
Dimension by dimension
| Dimension | Manus | OpenClaw | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online task | 4 | 7 | OpenClaw |
| Travel booking | 6 | 3 | Manus |
| Purchasing | 7 | 6 | Manus |
| Phone calls | 6 | 3 | Manus |
| Email replies | 4 | 4 | Tie |
| Proactive help | 4 | 5 | OpenClaw |
| Routines | 4 | 7 | OpenClaw |
| Connected apps | 5 | 7 | OpenClaw |
| Permissions & privacy | 6 | 4 | Manus |
| Memory | 4 | 5 | OpenClaw |
Beyond the scores
| Manus | OpenClaw | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Done first try | 36% | 32% |
| Public opinion | — | 36% |
| Reply time | 13s | 38s |
| Price | — | — |
| Plan | Price not stated | Free |
| Where you text it | App | iMessage, WhatsApp, Telegram, App |
| Company | Manus AI | OpenClaw Foundation (independent 501(c)(3)) |
| Trains on your chats by default | Unclear | Unclear |
| Where data is stored | Not stated | Self-hosted: state, memory and credentials stay on your own hardware; prompts go to the model provider and chat platforms you configure |
Plan, channels and privacy come from each product's own site and policy. They are not scored.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Manus or OpenClaw?
On the 10 tests both took, OpenClaw scores higher on 5 and Manus on 4, with 1 tied. Overall: Manus 5.0, OpenClaw 5.1 out of 10.
Which replies faster, Manus or OpenClaw?
Typical reply time in our test runs: Manus 13s, OpenClaw 38s.
When were they tested?
Scores from tests dated Oct 27, 2026. Manus has 30 test runs and OpenClaw 30. Every assistant gets the same published tests, word for word.