What it does
Core capabilities at a glance
- AI Agent
- Byok
- Claude
- Claude Code
- Clawbot
- Codex
- Discord
- Feishu
Deep dive
The full breakdown - performance, comparisons, and setup
nexu
nexu is an agent framework - The simplest desktop client for OpenClaw 🦞 — bridge your Agent to WeChat, Feishu, Slack & Discord in one click. Works with Claude Code, Codex & any LLM. BYOK, Oauth, local-first, chat from your phone 24/7.
Overview
nexu (next to you) is an open-source desktop client that runs your OpenClaw 🦞 Agent directly inside WeChat, Feishu, Slack, Discord, and other IM channels.
WeChat + OpenClaw supported — works with WeChat 8.0.7 OpenClaw plugin. Click connect, scan with WeChat, and start chatting with your AI Agent.
Download and go — graphical setup, built-in Feishu Skills, multi-model support (Gemini and more), and bring your own API Key.
Once connected to IM, your Agent is online 24/7 — chat from your phone anytime, anywhere.
All data stays on your machine. Your privacy, fully in your control.
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Download, double-click, start using. No environment variables, no dependency wrestling, no long install docs. nexu's first run is as capable as it gets—ready out of the box.
Native OpenClaw 🦞 Skills and full Feishu Skills ship together. Agents move beyond demos and into the real workflows your team already uses—without extra integration work.
Use Gemini and more directly via your nexu account. No extra config. Switch to your own API Key anytime.
MiniMax, OpenAI Codex, and GLM (Z.AI Coding Plan) support OAuth login — authorize with one click, no need to copy-paste API keys.
nexu is open-source, written primarily in TypeScript, with 3,100 GitHub stars under the MIT license. The latest release is v0.1.12 (2026-04-13).
Key capabilities
From the project's documentation:
- 🍎 macOS: macOS 12+ (Apple Silicon & Intel)
- 🪟 Windows: Windows 10+
- 💾 Storage: ~500 MB
- Node.js 22+ (LTS recommended)
- How to contribute: docs.nexu.io (zh) — Contributing
- Rewards and support: 贡献奖励与支持
How it fits a local-AI stack
nexu runs on your own hardware, so pair it with a model and a GPU sized to your needs. Use the VRAM calculator to pick a model that fits your card, and see what you can run for hardware guidance. Related agent frameworks in the directory:
Sources
- Source code & docs: nexu-io/nexu
- Official website: https://nexu.io
Stats from GitHub, 2026-06-08.
Frequently asked
Quick answers to common questions
What is nexu?
nexu is a agent-framework tool for local AI workloads. The simplest desktop client for OpenClaw 🦞 — bridge your Agent to WeChat, Feishu, Slack & Discord in one click. Works with Claude Code, Codex & any LLM. BYOK,…
Is nexu free and open source?
Yes, nexu has 3,101 GitHub stars and is licensed under MIT. You can self-host it for free on macos, windows, web.
What platforms does nexu support?
nexu runs on macos, windows, web.
What hardware do I need for nexu?
The hardware requirements depend on which models you run. Check our hardware directory for compatible GPUs and systems. nexu has 3,101 GitHub stars and an active community.
Does nexu support GPU acceleration?
nexu 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 nexu?
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 nexu cost?
nexu 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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