What Manus is
Manus is a general-purpose AI agent platform from Butterfly Effect PTE. LTD. You describe a need and the agent plans, researches and executes it, with browser control, code generation and terminal operation available.
It supports multimodal input and runs on web, iOS and Android, with a daily credit allowance and an initial credit grant described on the site.
What you can do with it
- Hand over a multi-step task
- Let the agent browse and gather information
- Generate and run code
- Work across devices
Who it is for
- Individual users trying agent automation
- Technical users automating workflows
- Startup and enterprise teams
What to watch out for
- An agent that can browse and run terminal commands needs tight limits; review what it intends to do
- Credit usage can go quickly on long tasks
- Generated code and research need verification before use
- Do not give it credentials or sensitive data without a clear need
Pros & cons
✓ What we like
- Handles planning through execution
- Browser and terminal capability
- Works across devices
! What to watch out for
- Broad permissions risk
- Credit consumption
- Output needs verification
FAQ
What is it suited to?
Multi-step work that needs planning, research and execution rather than simple Q&A.
Is it available on mobile?
Yes, through web, iOS and Android.
Does it replace judgement?
No. It executes tasks, but results need checking.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17
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