Viam
Software platform for building and operating robots and smart machines.
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About Viam
Viam is listed in our frameworks category and is aimed at builders. Software platform for building and operating robots and smart machines. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source + cloud. Maturity: Active. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-16.
What is Viam?
Viam is a software platform for building and operating robots and smart machines. Its open-source robot architecture exposes robotics functionality through simple APIs.
The core server (RDK) is written in Go, and a cloud platform is offered alongside it.
Sources: the official README and our directory listing, checked 2026-10-18. Official site: viam.com.
Who is Viam for?
Robotics and hardware teams building and running robots and smart machines.
Viam at a glance
- Open source: Yes (GNU AGPL v3.0)
- GitHub: viamrobotics/rdk · 178 stars (as of Oct 21, 2026)
Key features
- Open-source robot architecture
- Robotics features via simple APIs
- Cloud platform available
Viam pricing
- Free to start: $0 · first $5 a month of cloud services, no credit card
- Usage-based: Per use · e.g. $0.25 per GB-month for tabular data
Source: official pricing page, checked Oct 18, 2026. Prices change; check the source before buying.
Viam FAQ
What is Viam?
Viam is a software platform for building and operating robots and smart machines. Its open-source robot architecture exposes robotics functionality through simple APIs.
Who is Viam for?
Robotics and hardware teams building and running robots and smart machines.
Is Viam free?
Yes. Viam has a free option (Free to start), according to its pricing page (checked Oct 18, 2026).
How much does Viam cost?
As of Oct 18, 2026, Viam's official pricing page lists: Free to start: $0; Usage-based: Per use.
Is Viam open source?
Yes. Viam is released under the GNU AGPL v3.0, according to its GitHub repository.
What are alternatives to Viam?
Similar tools include Google ADK, Upsonic, AgentScope Java, AWorld, Golem and AIOS.
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