Free
$0
Entry tier with no credit card required
- 1,000 starter credits
- 300 daily refresh credits
- Chat mode
- 1 concurrent task
Manus
General AI agent that plans, researches, codes and delivers finished work autonomously
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About Manus
Manus is a general-purpose AI agent that carries out multi-step tasks on its own virtual computer instead of only answering questions. A user describes a goal, and the agent plans the work, browses the web, writes and runs code, and returns finished deliverables such as research reports, slide decks, spreadsheets, web apps, images and videos. It is made by Butterfly Effect Pte. Ltd., a Singapore-based company, and runs in the browser, in desktop apps for macOS and Windows, and in iOS and Android apps.
Best for
- Delegating multi-step research, presentations, data analysis and quick web app prototypes to an autonomous agent
- Market Research Reports: Running Wide Research to gather and compile sources into a structured report.
- Presentation Creation: Turning a brief or source documents into a slide deck.
- Web App Prototyping: Describing an internal tool or landing page and having Manus build and host it.
- Recurring Reporting: Scheduling automations that pull data from connected apps and produce regular summaries.
- Data Analysis: Uploading spreadsheets and asking for analysis and charts.
Not ideal for
- Users who need predictable fixed costs for heavy daily use, or teams that need a tool with settled ownership and long-term vendor stability
Popular with
- Knowledge Workers
- Founders
- Researchers
- Marketers
- Product Teams
- Non-Technical Builders
Screenshots
Key features
- Autonomous Task Execution
- Wide Research
- Web App and Game Builder
- Slides, Design, Image and Video
- Browser Operator
- Automations and Mail Manus
- Cloud Computer
- Agent Skills and Projects
- MCP Connectors and Integrations
- Model Choice
Pros and cons
Pros
- Handles end-to-end tasks, from research to finished slides or web apps, in one workflow.
- Available on web, macOS, Windows, iOS and Android, with an API and Slack integration.
- Free tier needs no credit card and refreshes 300 credits daily.
- Broad connector support, including MCP servers and Zapier access to 8,000+ apps.
- Parallel sub-agent research through Wide Research.
Cons
- Credit-based pricing makes costs hard to predict; complex tasks can drain monthly credits quickly.
- Official pricing page is not readable without JavaScript, and third-party and App Store prices differ.
- Ownership and corporate structure have been unsettled after the Meta deal was ordered unwound.
- Free tier allows only one concurrent task.
Pricing
Plans as listed by the vendor on . Check their site for current prices.
Pro
Most popular$20/month
Standard individual plan
- 4,000 monthly credits
- more concurrent and scheduled tasks
- full agent mode
Pro Customizable
$40/month
Higher credit allowance for regular users
- 8,000 monthly credits
- up to 20 concurrent tasks
Pro Extended
$200/month
Highest individual credit tier for heavy use
- 40,000 monthly credits
- up to 20 concurrent tasks
Team
$20/user/mo
Shared workspace for teams
- From 4,000 credits per seat
- collaboration
- SSO and sales-assisted options
Our ratings
Scored out of 10 by the Finder Atlas editorial team.
8.0overall
- Ease of Use
- 8.5
- Feature Depth
- 8.7
- Value for Money
- 7.2
- Performance & Speed
- 7.8
- Documentation & Support
- 7.6
Platforms and integrations
Available on
- Web
- macOS
- Windows
- iOS
- Android
- API
- Slack App
Works with
- Zapier
- GitHub
- Notion
- Linear
- HubSpot
- Slack
- MCP servers
- Google Drive
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Release history
Reported raising more than $500 million led by Boyu Capital and IDG Capital after the Meta deal was unwound
Reported raising more than $500 million led by Boyu Capital and IDG Capital after the Meta deal was unwound.
China's NDRC prohibited the Meta acquisition and ordered it unwound
China's NDRC prohibited the Meta acquisition and ordered it unwound.
Meta agreed to acquire Manus in a deal reported at about $2 billion
Meta agreed to acquire Manus in a deal reported at about $2 billion.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Manus?
Manus is a general AI agent that completes tasks on its own virtual computer, such as research, coding, data analysis, slide decks and web apps, and delivers finished outputs.
Is Manus free to use?
Yes, there is a free tier with a one-time starter credit allowance and a daily credit refresh, per third-party coverage. Paid Pro plans start at about $20 per month.
Who owns Manus?
Meta agreed to acquire Manus in December 2025, but China ordered the deal unwound in April 2026. Reports from August to October 2026 describe Manus as independent again, though details of the buyback and ownership were still being reported.
Which devices does Manus run on?
The download page lists macOS, Windows, iOS and Android apps, in addition to the web app and a My Browser operator.
Does Manus have an API?
Yes, the site footer links to an API and developer documentation.
How is usage limited?
Usage is metered in credits, with limits on concurrent tasks per plan. Reviews warn that complex tasks can use up a month of credits quickly.
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