WHAT THEY SHARE
What They Share
Both OpenClaw and TeleClaw use the same core AI capabilities, multi-model support (Claude, GPT-5.5, Gemini), conversation management, custom instructions, and Telegram group features. Code written for OpenClaw is compatible with TeleClaw's API.
WHERE THEY DIFFER
Where They Differ
OpenClaw requires server management, dependency updates, and monitoring. TeleClaw handles all infrastructure automatically. TeleClaw also includes premium features not in OpenClaw: advanced analytics, priority support, and SLA guarantees.
How it works
3 Steps to Choose and Deploy the Right Option
Pick your deployment path
Decide between OpenClaw self-hosting (full control, server required) and TeleClaw managed service (zero infra, instant start). Both share the same core feature set.
Add your bot to a group
Whether self-hosted or managed, add the bot to your Telegram group as admin. The same AI capabilities and group management features activate on both paths.
Delegate your tasks
Write identical custom instructions for either option. Migrate between OpenClaw and TeleClaw at any time: your configuration transfers without friction.
COST COMPARISON
Cost Comparison
OpenClaw is free to download and run, but server costs apply (typically $5-20/month for a VPS) plus AI model API costs (variable based on usage). TeleClaw's pricing includes infrastructure, maintenance, and higher-tier AI model access.
WHICH TO CHOOSE
Which to Choose
Choose OpenClaw if: you have technical resources, require data sovereignty, or want to contribute to the open-source project. Choose TeleClaw if: you want immediate setup, prefer zero maintenance, or need production reliability guarantees.
