cmux

Coding Agent Orchestration · Free + paid

Open-source platform for running multiple coding agents in parallel

At a glance

Made by
Manaflow
Korean
UI in Korean
API
Yes
Available on
Mac, iOS, CLI, API
Open source
GPL
GitHub
28,162 stars · NOASSERTION

What is cmux?

cmux is a free, open-source, native macOS terminal based on Ghostty, offering vertical tabs, notification rings when an agent needs attention, split panes, and a CLI for programming. When an agent creates subagents or teammates, it shows them in native panes instead of hidden background processes. You can open workspaces on remote machines over SSH, and paid plans run agents on cloud VMs.

  • Vertical tabs show git branch, working directory, ports, and notifications
  • Pane notification ring when an agent needs attention
  • Built-in browser you can control with scripts
  • Horizontal and vertical split panes within a tab
  • CLI and socket API for automation
  • iOS app with real-time sync for iPhone and iPad
  • Session restore after relaunch or reboot
  • SSH remote workspaces

Who uses cmux and for what

  • Run and monitor multiple CLI agents such as Claude Code and Codex in parallel in one terminal
  • Run agents on a remote server and control them from local cmux

Pricing

What you get for free — Yes (terminal and local agents are free, excluding cloud VMs)

PlanPriceMain limits
Free$0/moOpen-source terminal, local agents with your own keys
Pro$40Up to 5 cloud VMs (20 vCPU, 40GB shared), iOS app
Pro$50/moMonthly billing
Max$160Up to 5 cloud VMs (80 vCPU, 160GB shared)
Max$200/moMonthly billing
Team$60/moPer user, 5 VMs per seat, priority support
EnterpriseContact salesCustom pricing, self-hosting, SSO, audit logs

Checked on the official pages on 2026-10-14. Prices and features can change, so check the official site again before paying. · Official pricing page

AI tools similar to cmux (alternatives)

cmux vs. alternatives at a glance

AIPricingCombos on the mapConnected toolsFreeCheapest monthlyKorean
cmuxFree + paid05Yes$40/moYes
agent-deckFree + paid011———
amuxFree + paid011———
claude-code-routerFree + paid011——No
claude-squadFree + paid011——No

1 of these 5 tools have a free plan. Cheapest paid plan: cmux ($40/mo).

Combo and connection counts are based on the relationships recorded on AI Galaxy Map (2026-10-26); they are not a quality ranking.

cmux on AI Galaxy Map

  • One of 40 AI tools in the Coding Agent Orchestration field.
  • Connected to 5 other tools — #16 in its field.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use cmux for free?

Yes (terminal and local agents are free, excluding cloud VMs). Prices can change, so check the official site before paying.

What AI can I use instead of cmux?

Tools that do the same job, such as agent-deck, amux, claude-code-router, claude-squad, are connected to it on the map.

Can I use cmux in Korean?

UI in Korean

Sources (official pages)

Checked on the official pages on 2026-10-14. Prices and features can change, so check the official site again before paying.

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