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PicoClaw

Ultra-lightweight personal AI assistant. Memory usage under 10MB, starts in under 1 second, supports multi-architecture deployment. From $10 hardware to high-performance servers, AI within reach.

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AI Generated

Ultimate Performance, Infinite Possibilities

Rewritten in Go, 10x performance boost. From Raspberry Pi to servers, from Telegram to DingTalk, run AI anywhere.

Ultra-Low Resource Usage

Memory usage under 10MB, saving 99% resources compared to alternatives. Runs smoothly even on $10 hardware, making AI accessible to everyone.

Lightning-Fast Startup

Starts in under 1 second even on single-core 0.6GHz processors. Say goodbye to long waits, start AI conversations anytime, anywhere.

Multi-Architecture Support

Supports x86_64, ARM64, and RISC-V architectures. From Raspberry Pi to servers, from embedded devices to cloud, deploy anywhere with one click.

Multi-Platform Integration

Supports Telegram, Discord, QQ, DingTalk, and more. Launch gateway with one command, integrate AI into your daily workflow.

Smart Scheduled Tasks

Built-in cron support with one-time reminders, recurring tasks, and standard cron expressions. Automate your daily work, free your hands.

Multi-Model Support

Supports OpenRouter, Zhipu, Anthropic, OpenAI, DeepSeek, Groq, and more. Switch freely to find the AI that suits you best.

PicoClaw vs Alternatives: Performance Comparison

Rewritten in Go, 10x performance boost

Metric	OpenClaw	NanoBot	PicoClaw
Memory Usage	>100MB	>100MB	<10MB
Startup Time	>30s	>30s	<1s
Architectures	x86_64, ARM64	x86_64, ARM64	x86, ARM, RISC-V
Minimum Cost	$500+	$500+	$10
Messaging Platforms	WhatsApp	Limited	TG, QQ, DingTalk+
AI Generated	Partial	Partial	95%

Data Privacy

Cloud AI: Stored on Servers
PicoClaw: 100% Local

Cost

Cloud AI: $20+/month
PicoClaw: Free after setup

Device Support

Cloud AI: Web only
PicoClaw: Mac/RPi/Docker

Built for Real-World Applications

From personal productivity to professional workflows, PicoClaw adapts to your needs.

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Code Assistant

Local code completion, debugging, and documentation generation. Keep your proprietary code private while getting AI assistance.

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Content Creation

Write blog posts, emails, and documents with AI assistance. All your drafts and ideas stay on your device.

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Data Analysis

Analyze sensitive business data locally. No data leaves your infrastructure, ensuring complete confidentiality.

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Personal Assistant

Manage your calendar, emails, and tasks with voice commands and automation. 100+ integrations available.

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Research & Learning

Summarize papers, answer questions, and organize knowledge bases. Perfect for students and researchers.

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API Integration

Build custom applications with PicoClaw's REST API. Integrate AI capabilities into your existing workflows.

One-Click Install, Instant Start

Single binary file, no complex configuration. Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, and more.

bash — Quick Install

git clone https://github.com/sipeed/picoclaw && cd picoclaw && picoclaw onboard

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System Requirements

• Linux / macOS / Windows
• Supports x86_64 / ARM64 / RISC-V
• Memory ≥ 64MB (512MB recommended)
• LLM API Key (Optional)

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Core Features

• Interactive Chat Conversations
• Multi-Platform Bot Integration
• Smart Scheduled Task Management
• Long-Term Memory & Skill System

Get Started in Three Steps

Clone Repository

git clone https://github.com/sipeed/picoclaw.git

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Initialize Configuration
```
cd picoclaw && picoclaw onboard
```
Follow prompts to configure LLM API key and preferences

Start Chatting

picoclaw agent
# Or send a single message:
picoclaw agent -m "Hello, introduce yourself"

Supports interactive conversations and single-query modes

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Linux

Windows (WSL2)

Raspberry Pi

Docker

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PicoClaw?

PicoClaw is an ultra-lightweight personal AI assistant built with Go, inspired by the nanobot project. It features extremely low resource usage (under 10MB memory), multi-architecture deployment, and integration with multiple messaging platforms. 95% of the core code is auto-generated by AI agents, continuously optimized through human-in-the-loop.

What advantages does PicoClaw have over alternatives?

Compared to OpenClaw (TypeScript) and NanoBot (Python), PicoClaw reduces memory usage by 99% (from 100MB+ to 10MB) and startup time from 30 seconds to under 1 second. It also supports RISC-V architecture, running on hardware as cheap as $10, significantly lowering the barrier to entry.

Which messaging platforms are supported?

PicoClaw supports multiple mainstream messaging platforms including Telegram, Discord, QQ, and DingTalk. Simply run the `picoclaw gateway` command to start the gateway service, configure the respective bot tokens, and use your AI assistant on these platforms.

What are the hardware requirements?

PicoClaw has extremely low hardware requirements, recommended 64MB+ memory (minimum 10MB). Supports x86_64, ARM64, and RISC-V architectures, running on Raspberry Pi, embedded devices, Mac, Linux, Windows, and more.

Which LLM providers are supported?

PicoClaw supports multiple mainstream LLM providers including OpenRouter, Zhipu AI, Anthropic, OpenAI, DeepSeek, Groq, and more. You can freely switch between models to find the best balance between performance, price, and quality.

Where is the GitHub repository?

You can find PicoClaw on GitHub: github.com/sipeed/picoclaw. Star the project to follow the latest updates and feature releases!

How to use scheduled tasks?

PicoClaw has built-in cron support for various task types: one-time reminders (e.g., "remind me in 1 hour"), recurring tasks (e.g., "send daily report at 8am"), and standard cron expressions. You can easily manage scheduled tasks through configuration files to automate your workflow.