OpenWork vs Shortwave
A side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and characteristics.
OpenWork
Open-source desktop AI workspace for running 50+ LLMs on local files, sharing skills and MCP setups, and automating team workflows.
Read the full reviewShortwave
Shortwave is an AI email assistant designed to empower ambitious teams by managing inboxes efficiently.
Read the full review| Attribute | OpenWork | Shortwave |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing type | Free + paid (from $10/mo) | Free + paid (from $30/mo) |
| Korean support | No | No |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows, Linux, Web browser | API, Web, CLI, Mobile, Desktop |
| Open source | No | No |
| API available | - | - |
| SDK | - | - |
| LLM-based | - | Yes |
| Multimodal | - | Yes |
| AI model | OpenAI models, Anthropic Claude models, Google Gemini models, Mistral, Local models | Claude, GPT |
| GitHub Stars | 23.4K | - |
| Vendor | Different AI, Inc. d/b/a OpenWork | Shortwave |
| Category | Productivity & Automation | Productivity & Automation |
| Details | View | View |
OpenWork key features
- Support for over 50 LLM providers and local models
- Local-first desktop app for macOS, Windows, and Linux
- Natural language AI agent tasks targeting files and tools
- Execution of browser automation and task workflows
- Sharing skills, MCP servers, plugins, and model settings
- OpenWork Connect MCP gateway for organizations
Shortwave key features
- AI email writing and voice mimicking
- Custom AI filters for inbox automation
- Workflow automation via app integrations
- Team collaboration with shared threads
- AI-powered search across emails and attachments