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verified 2026-11-02
Agent frameworks & automation · open source
CrewAI
An open-source multi-agent framework with a managed platform for running agent workflows.
Best for: Orchestrating teams ("crews") of role-based agents in Python.
Pricing
| Free tier | Yes. The open-source framework is free; the platform's Free tier includes 50 workflow executions/month. |
|---|---|
| Paid plans | Enterprise tiers; pricing not listed publicly on the page we read. |
| Maker | CrewAI |
| Source | https://www.crewai.com/pricing |
| Last verified |
Pros
- Open source
- Simple role and task mental model
Cons
- Paid platform pricing isn't public
- Small free execution quota
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FAQ
Is CrewAI free?
Yes. The open-source framework is free; the platform's Free tier includes 50 workflow executions/month.
How much does CrewAI cost?
Enterprise tiers; pricing not listed publicly on the page we read.
What is CrewAI best for?
Orchestrating teams ("crews") of role-based agents in Python.
Who makes CrewAI?
CrewAI is made by CrewAI.
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