# Amp vs Conductor

> Amp: Coding agent that runs in cloud orbs and keeps working after you close your laptop
> Conductor: Run a team of coding agents in parallel, each in its own isolated workspace

- Amp profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/amp
- Conductor profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/conductor
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/amp-vs-conductor
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

Amp and Conductor are both Coding AI tools. Both have a free plan or trial. Only Amp is available on Web, Windows and Linux.

### Choose Amp if

- You want a tool built for Long-running agent tasks that continue unattended, parallel agent threads without managing worktrees, teams sharing an agent session.
- Per-thread cloud orbs let agents keep running unattended without worktree or port conflicts.
- Free Hobby tier includes all product features, with bring-your-own-key and own-runner options.

### Choose Conductor if

- You want a tool built for running several agent tasks in parallel on one repository, reviewing agent diffs side by side, moving agent work between local and cloud workspaces.
- The Free plan covers local parallel agents with no Conductor fee.
- Supports four agent CLIs (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, OpenCode) rather than a single vendor.

## Pricing

| | Amp | Conductor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | Amp | Conductor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Orbs | Yes | Not listed |
| Portals | Yes | Not listed |
| Event-driven wake-ups | Yes | Not listed |
| Multiplayer | Yes | Limited |
| Changes tab | Yes | Not listed |
| The Dial | Yes | Not listed |
| Puck | Yes | Not listed |
| CLI and runners | Yes | Not listed |
| amp sync | Yes | Not listed |
| Parallel Agents | Not listed | Yes |
| Multi-Agent Support | Not listed | Yes |
| Diff Viewer and Review | Not listed | Yes |
| Git Worktree Isolation | Not listed | Yes |
| Cloud Workspaces | Not listed | Yes |
| Multiplayer Collaboration | Not listed | Yes |
| Conductor API | Not listed | Yes |
| iOS App and Remote Control | Not listed | Yes |
| Checks | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | Amp | Conductor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | No |
| Windows | Yes | No |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | No | No |
| Android | No | No |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |
| Linux | Yes | No |
| CLI | Yes | No |

## Amp strengths

- Per-thread cloud orbs let agents keep running unattended without worktree or port conflicts.
- Free Hobby tier includes all product features, with bring-your-own-key and own-runner options.
- Works across web, Mac, terminal and CI runners, with event triggers from Linear, GitHub and schedules.
- Multiplayer orbs let teammates share an agent, terminal and running app.
- Teams plan adds SSO, pooled credits and shared model routing at no extra seat charge.

## Amp limitations

- The Mac app requires macOS 26 or later and the Mac and iOS apps are labelled beta.
- No App Store iOS release yet; mobile access is through TestFlight.
- Orb rates, overage behaviour and Gigawatt pricing are not published on the pricing page.
- Pay-as-you-go orbs on the free tier make costs less predictable than a flat subscription.

## Conductor strengths

- The Free plan covers local parallel agents with no Conductor fee.
- Supports four agent CLIs (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, OpenCode) rather than a single vendor.
- Git worktree isolation per task keeps concurrent agent changes separate.
- SOC 2 Type II attestation and SAML SSO/SCIM on Enterprise suit security reviews.
- Frequent releases: the changelog shows versions 0.89 to 0.91 between late September and mid-October 2026.

## Conductor limitations

- Local use is Mac-only; no Windows or Linux desktop app is listed.
- Pro at $50 per month and Teams at $60 per user per month are priced above many AI coding subscriptions, and agent usage is billed separately.
- The pricing page does not state how many cloud hours are included, and usage-based cloud pricing is planned.
- Pro Multiplayer organizations are capped at 5 Pro users.

## FAQ

**Is Amp better than Conductor?**

It depends on your workflow. Amp is built for Long-running agent tasks that continue unattended, parallel agent threads without managing worktrees, teams sharing an agent session. Conductor is built for running several agent tasks in parallel on one repository, reviewing agent diffs side by side, moving agent work between local and cloud workspaces.

**What are the key feature differences between Amp and Conductor?**

Amp: Coding agent that runs in cloud orbs and keeps working after you close your laptop. Conductor: Run a team of coding agents in parallel, each in its own isolated workspace.

**Does Amp or Conductor have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. Amp is freemium and Conductor is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, Amp or Conductor?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.