Magentic-UI
Microsoft Research's experimental human-in-the-loop agent that works across the browser and local files.
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About Magentic-UI
Magentic-UI is listed in our browser/computer use category and is aimed at builders. Microsoft Research's experimental human-in-the-loop agent that works across the browser and local files. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Mature. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-16.
What is Magentic-UI?
Magentic-UI is an agentic application from Microsoft; its next generation, MagenticLite, pairs an on-device-friendly orchestrator model (MagenticBrain) with a browser-use model (Fara).
Our listing describes it as an experimental human-in-the-loop agent working across the browser and local files.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: microsoft.com/en-us/research/blog/magenticlite-magenticbrain-fara1-5-an-agentic-experience-optimized-for-small-models.
Who is Magentic-UI for?
Researchers and developers experimenting with human-in-the-loop agents.
Magentic-UI at a glance
- Open source: Yes (MIT License)
- GitHub: microsoft/magentic-ui · 10,096 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Human-in-the-loop
- Browser automation
- Local files
Magentic-UI FAQ
What is Magentic-UI?
Magentic-UI is an agentic application from Microsoft; its next generation, MagenticLite, pairs an on-device-friendly orchestrator model (MagenticBrain) with a browser-use model (Fara).
Who is Magentic-UI for?
Researchers and developers experimenting with human-in-the-loop agents.
Is Magentic-UI free?
Magentic-UI'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 Magentic-UI open source?
Yes. Magentic-UI is released under the MIT License, according to its GitHub repository.
What are alternatives to Magentic-UI?
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