Stagehand
Browser automation framework mixing code with natural-language actions.
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About Stagehand
Stagehand is listed in our browser/computer use category and is aimed at builders. Browser automation framework mixing code with natural-language actions. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Mature. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-14.
What is Stagehand?
Stagehand, from Browserbase, is a browser automation framework mixing code with natural-language actions.
It offers familiar Playwright-style methods such as goto, click, locator and screenshot, plus accessibility-tree trimming for agents; local runs need Chrome.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: stagehand.dev.
Who is Stagehand for?
Developers building reliable browser agents.
Stagehand at a glance
- Open source: Yes (MIT License)
- GitHub: browserbase/stagehand · 25,761 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Code plus natural-language actions
- Playwright-style API
- Structured data extraction
Stagehand FAQ
What is Stagehand?
Stagehand, from Browserbase, is a browser automation framework mixing code with natural-language actions.
Who is Stagehand for?
Developers building reliable browser agents.
Is Stagehand free?
Stagehand'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 Stagehand open source?
Yes. Stagehand is released under the MIT License, according to its GitHub repository.
What are alternatives to Stagehand?
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