Skyvern
AI browser automation — computer vision for web workflows.
AGPL-3.0 alternative to Browser Use with visual understanding, form filling, and multi-tab support. Python + Playwright stack.
Passmark
AI Playwright regression testing — plain English, Redis caching, auto-healing.
FSL-licensed library from Bug0/Hashnode. Write E2E tests in natural language, cache steps in Redis for native-speed replays, multi-model assertions — runs inside @playwright/test.
Compare Browser Use alternatives
Browser Use's core library is itself open source (MIT), but the company also sells a paid Cloud service for scaled, stealth-enabled browser automation with managed infrastructure. If what you're trying to avoid is that hosted layer — and the usage-based cost that comes with it — the alternatives below give you a fully self-hosted path instead.
Skyvern is the closer match for general AI-driven browser automation, using computer vision to navigate workflows. Passmark is more narrowly focused on AI-driven Playwright regression testing described in plain English, which is a different use case than general-purpose web automation.
FAQ
Is there a free, open-source alternative to Browser Use's Cloud service?
Yes. Skyvern and Passmark are both open source and can be self-hosted instead of using a paid cloud API.
What's the best open-source alternative to Browser Use's hosted offering?
Skyvern is the closer match for general-purpose AI browser automation. Passmark is the better pick if your actual need is AI-assisted Playwright test generation and maintenance rather than open-ended web automation.
What are the top open-source alternatives to Browser Use?
Browse all open-source alternatives to Browser Use above, or explore the full Developer Tools category for more options.