Browser Use

Browser Use is an open-source AI agent that automates common browser tasks like searching, filling out forms, and interacting with websites—without doing every step manually.

Supported AI models

Browser Use works with multiple LLMs, including ChatGPT-4o, Claude 3 Sonnet, and Deepseek-R1. Unlike OpenAI Operator, it doesn’t require a subscription to get started.

How it works

Browser Use is delivered as a software library that connects an LLM to browser-control tools. Agents can read page content, handle dynamic elements, and follow natural-language instructions.

• Runs in headless mode (no GUI) for actions like clicking, typing, and navigation
• Can work with JavaScript-heavy websites

Browser Use vs. OpenAI Operator

Both aim to automate browser workflows, but they differ in openness and setup requirements.

• Pricing: Operator is $200/month (ChatGPT Pro); Browser Use is free locally or $30/month in the cloud
• Code access: Operator is closed-source; Browser Use is open-source
• Flexibility: Browser Use lets you choose the LLM and customize agents; Operator is limited to OpenAI’s ecosystem
• Ease of use: Operator is simpler; Browser Use may require more technical setup

Getting started

Source code is available on GitHub. To run it, you typically install the library, set up Python, connect your chosen model, and provide a text prompt for the agent to execute.