GPT Researcher
Autonomous agent that researches the web and writes cited reports.
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About GPT Researcher
GPT Researcher is listed in our research category and is aimed at builders. Autonomous agent that researches the web and writes cited reports. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Mature. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-14.
What is GPT Researcher?
GPT Researcher is an open deep-research agent for web and local research on any task.
It produces detailed, factual research reports with citations, with many customization options.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: gptr.dev.
Who is GPT Researcher for?
Anyone who wants automated, cited research reports.
GPT Researcher at a glance
- Open source: Yes (Apache License 2.0)
- GitHub: assafelovic/gpt-researcher · 30,213 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Web and local research
- Cited reports
- Customizable
GPT Researcher FAQ
What is GPT Researcher?
GPT Researcher is an open deep-research agent for web and local research on any task.
Who is GPT Researcher for?
Anyone who wants automated, cited research reports.
Is GPT Researcher free?
GPT Researcher's pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Open-source tools are free to use, though you may still pay for model API usage or a hosted plan. Check the official site for current plans.
Is GPT Researcher open source?
Yes. GPT Researcher is released under the Apache License 2.0, according to its GitHub repository.
What are alternatives to GPT Researcher?
Similar tools include STORM, Feynman, Extruct AI, Deer Flow, MLE-Agent and MiroFlow.
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