ClawAgora vs ClawHub: What's the Difference?
ClawAgora vs ClawHub — are they the same?
No. They solve different problems entirely.
ClawHub is a free registry for OpenClaw skill definitions. ClawAgora is a managed hosting platform and marketplace for OpenClaw workspaces.
The confusion is understandable — both have "Claw" in the name and both involve OpenClaw. But they are as different as npm and Vercel. One stores packages; the other runs applications.
Disclosure: ClawAgora is our product. ClawHub is an independent community project. We have no affiliation with ClawHub.
What ClawHub is
ClawHub is a community-driven directory where developers publish and discover OpenClaw skill definitions. A "skill" in the OpenClaw ecosystem is a structured capability that an AI agent can execute — think of it as a function definition that tells an agent what it can do and how to do it.
Key facts about ClawHub:
- Cost: Free for everyone
- What it hosts: Skill definitions (configuration files, not running environments)
- What it does not do: No hosting, no runtime, no AI messaging, no compute
- Analogous to: npm (package registry), Docker Hub (image registry), GitHub (code hosting)
You can browse ClawHub, find a skill that does what you need, and download the definition. But to actually run that skill, you need a hosting environment — either self-hosted or a managed platform like ClawAgora.
What ClawAgora is
ClawAgora is a managed platform where you run OpenClaw workspaces and a marketplace where you buy and sell workspace templates.
Key facts about ClawAgora:
- Cost: $29.90–$239/month depending on plan
- What it hosts: Running workspace environments with compute, storage, and AI messaging
- What it includes: Managed infrastructure, AI agent messages, marketplace access, automatic updates
- Analogous to: Vercel (managed hosting) + Shopify App Store (marketplace)
A workspace template on ClawAgora is a complete, tested environment — not just a skill definition, but an entire configured workspace ready to run.
Comparison table
| Aspect | ClawHub | ClawAgora |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Skill registry | Hosting platform + marketplace |
| Cost | Free | $29.90–$239/month |
| Content type | Skill definitions | Running workspaces + templates |
| Compute | None | 1–4 OCPU, 4–16 GB RAM |
| AI messaging | None | 300–15,000 messages/month |
| Marketplace | No (registry only) | Yes (buy/sell templates) |
| Quality filter | Community moderation | $50 seller deposit |
| Best for | Discovering skills | Running workspaces |
The analogy
If you are familiar with web development:
- ClawHub is like npm. It is where you find and share packages (skills). Free, open, large catalog, varying quality.
- ClawAgora is like Vercel + a template marketplace. It is where you deploy and run your project (workspace), with optional access to pre-built templates.
Just as you might find a package on npm and deploy an app using it on Vercel, you might find a skill on ClawHub and run a workspace using it on ClawAgora.
When to use ClawHub
- You want to browse available skills before building a workspace
- You are publishing a skill for the community to use
- You are self-hosting OpenClaw and need skill definitions to install
- You want a free way to explore the OpenClaw ecosystem
When to use ClawAgora
- You want managed hosting for an OpenClaw workspace without infrastructure hassle
- You want AI agent messaging included in your plan (no separate API keys)
- You want to buy a pre-built workspace template that is tested and ready to use
- You want to sell workspace templates and earn revenue from your expertise
When to use both
The most powerful workflow uses both:
- Browse ClawHub for skills that match your needs
- Set up a ClawAgora workspace with a plan that fits your usage
- Install ClawHub skills into your ClawAgora workspace
- Optionally, package your configured workspace as a template and sell it on ClawAgora's marketplace
This is not a locked ecosystem. ClawAgora does not require you to use only its marketplace skills, and ClawHub does not require any specific hosting platform.
The catalog question
ClawHub has more individual skill listings because it is a free, open registry — anyone can publish. The barrier to entry is low, which means variety is high but quality varies.
ClawAgora's marketplace has fewer listings, but each seller pays a $50 deposit before they can publish. This filters for seriousness and quality. You also get complete workspace templates, not just individual skills — meaning less assembly required.
Neither approach is objectively better. It depends on whether you want breadth (ClawHub) or curation (ClawAgora).
Want to run OpenClaw workspaces without managing servers? See ClawAgora's plans. Looking for individual skills? Check out ClawHub or browse our marketplace.
For a hands-on guide to installing ClawHub skills on ClawAgora, see How to Install OpenClaw Skills. If you are still deciding between managed hosting and self-hosting, our setup guide walks through both paths, and our full hosting comparison covers all the options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are ClawAgora and ClawHub the same thing?
No. ClawHub is a free, community-driven registry for discovering and sharing OpenClaw skill definitions — similar to how npm hosts JavaScript packages. ClawAgora is a managed hosting platform and marketplace for running OpenClaw workspaces and buying/selling workspace templates — more like Vercel combined with an app store. They serve different purposes and can be used together.
Do I need both ClawAgora and ClawHub?
Not necessarily, but they complement each other well. Use ClawHub to discover skills built by the community. Use ClawAgora to host and run workspaces that use those skills. If you self-host OpenClaw, you can use ClawHub without ClawAgora. If you only use skills from the ClawAgora marketplace, you may not need ClawHub.
Is ClawHub free?
Yes. ClawHub is a free, open registry. You can browse, download, and publish skill definitions at no cost. There are no paid tiers. ClawAgora's hosting plans start at $29.90/month for the Spark plan.
Can I use ClawHub skills on ClawAgora?
Yes. ClawAgora workspaces support standard OpenClaw skill formats. You can find a skill on ClawHub and install it into your ClawAgora workspace. The platforms are interoperable, not competing.
Which has more skills — ClawAgora or ClawHub?
ClawHub has a larger catalog of skill definitions because it is a dedicated registry with lower listing barriers. ClawAgora's marketplace has fewer listings but focuses on complete, tested workspace templates (not just individual skills). Each seller on ClawAgora backs their listing with a $50 deposit, which filters for quality. Think of it as quantity vs. curation.