Genkit
agent-framework6,092Apache-2.0

Genkit

Google's open-source framework for building AI-powered applications with Firebase and Vertex AI.

Updated Jun 7, 2026
Website GitHub Docs
Platforms
linux, macos, windows
Pricing
free-open-source
Status
active
License
Apache-2.0

What it does

Core capabilities at a glance

  • Plugin architecture for model providers
  • Built-in observability and tracing
  • Flow-based pipeline orchestration
  • Multi-model support (Gemini, Ollama, and more)
  • Firebase and Vertex AI native integration
  • TypeScript-first design

Deep dive

The full breakdown - performance, comparisons, and setup

Genkit

Genkit is Google's entry into the AI framework space, designed to work seamlessly with Firebase and Vertex AI while remaining open-source and model-agnostic.

What it is

Genkit is a TypeScript framework for building AI applications with built-in observability, flow-based orchestration, and plugin support for multiple model providers including Gemini, Ollama, and OpenAI.

Get started

npm i genkit
genkit init

When to use something else

Frequently asked

Quick answers to common questions

What is Genkit?

Genkit is a agent-framework tool for local AI workloads. Google's open-source framework for building AI-powered applications with Firebase and Vertex AI.

Is Genkit free and open source?

Yes, Genkit has 6,092 GitHub stars and is licensed under Apache-2.0. You can self-host it for free on linux, macos, windows.

What platforms does Genkit support?

Genkit runs on linux, macos, windows.

What hardware do I need for Genkit?

The hardware requirements depend on which models you run. Check our hardware directory for compatible GPUs and systems. Genkit has 6,092 GitHub stars and an active community.

Does Genkit support GPU acceleration?

Genkit supports GPU acceleration via CUDA, Metal, or Vulkan depending on your platform. For the best performance, pair it with an NVIDIA RTX 4090 or 5090.

What are the best alternatives to Genkit?

Popular alternatives include other agent-framework tools in our directory. Browse our full collection at /tool for comparisons, community reviews, and benchmark data to find the right fit for your workflow.

How much does Genkit cost?

Genkit is free-open-source. It is completely free and open source to self-host.

Pairs well with

Complementary tools, models, and hardware

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