Rome OS
Rome is an open-source agent OS for recursive agents that compounds what they learn. Agents build their own tools, keep context and reuse capabilities across tasks instead of starting fresh each time, so a long-running assistant grows more capable the more it works.
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About Rome OS
Rome OS is listed in our frameworks category and is aimed at builders. Rome is an open-source agent OS for recursive agents that compounds what they learn. Agents build their own tools, keep context and reuse capabilities across tasks instead of starting fresh each time, so a long-running assistant grows more capable the more it works. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Active. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-23.
Rome OS at a glance
- Category: Frameworks
- Built for: Developers and teams building with AI agents
- Pricing: Open source (as the maker states it)
- GitHub: rome-os/rome · 841 stars (as of Oct 23, 2026)
- Official site: romeos.cc
- Listed on AgentScout: Oct 23, 2026
Rome OS FAQ
What is Rome OS?
Rome is an open-source agent OS for recursive agents that compounds what they learn. Agents build their own tools, keep context and reuse capabilities across tasks instead of starting fresh each time, so a long-running assistant grows more capable the more it works.
How much does Rome OS cost?
Rome OS'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.
Where can I find Rome OS's source code?
On GitHub at rome-os/rome, which had 841 stars as of Oct 23, 2026.
What are alternatives to Rome OS?
Similar tools include DeepSeek Harness, AstrBot, Agent Zero, Golem, PrivateGPT and Raven.
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