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Manus review & pricing

Manus · updated

Manus is ranked #3 in our best AI Agent & Automation Tools list (October 2026). The most 'hand it off and walk away' agent here. Pricing: Free tier · Pro from $20/mo (4,000 credits) up to $200/mo (40,000 credits).

What Manus does

Give Manus a goal (research, build a site, analyze data) and it plans and executes in its own cloud computer, returning finished deliverables. Credit-based.

Best for: Delegating open-ended research and build tasks

Manus pricing

PlansFree tier · Pro from $20/mo (4,000 credits) up to $200/mo (40,000 credits)
Free tierLimited free usage
Checked2026-10-24 · pricing source ↗

Prices change often. Confirm on the vendor's site before you buy.

Swelldex verdict

The most 'hand it off and walk away' agent here. Credits per task vary a lot, so watch spend on big jobs.

FAQ

How much does Manus cost?

Free tier · Pro from $20/mo (4,000 credits) up to $200/mo (40,000 credits) (checked Oct 24, 2026).

Does Manus have a free tier?

Yes: Limited free usage.

Who is Manus best for?

Delegating open-ended research and build tasks.

Is Manus worth it?

Our verdict: The most 'hand it off and walk away' agent here. Credits per task vary a lot, so watch spend on big jobs.

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