4 independent teams built AI research assistants all named ResearchClaw. This page helps you tell them apart and pick the right one.

Independent (TypeScript)
"In the AI era, why can't everyone be a Principal Investigator?" A TypeScript-based platform that democratizes research by giving everyone PI-level AI support.
Best for: Researchers wanting the most popular and actively maintained ResearchClaw. Designed to give every researcher PI-level capabilities.
| Research-Claw | ResearchClaw | ResearchClaw | research-claw | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stars | 379 | 209 | 52 | 42 |
| Language | TypeScript | Python | TypeScript | Python |
| Architecture | Independent (TypeScript) | OpenClaw-derived (CoPaw) | Desktop app | Independent (multi-agent) |
| Skills/Tools | Research automation | Extensible skills (end-to-end) | Desktop research UI | Paper + deadline + Overleaf |
| Deployment | npm / cloud | Local or cloud | Desktop installer | Self-hosted (Docker) |
| Best For | PI-level research for everyone | Personal research assistant | GUI-first researchers | Self-hosted academic teams |