Khoj
Self-hostable AI second brain for web and document answers.
Pricing
Free tier
Flat rate
Adoption
→StableLicense
Open Source
Data freshness
Aging · Jun 8, 2026Overview
What is Khoj?
Khoj is a self-hostable tool that allows you to get answers from the web or your documents. It supports building custom agents, scheduling automations, and deep research by turning any online or local LLM into your personal autonomous AI.
Key differentiator
“Khoj stands out as a self-hostable AI tool that allows for deep integration and customization, making it ideal for developers who want to build personalized autonomous agents.”
Capability profile
Capability Radar
Honest assessment
Strengths & Weaknesses
↑ Strengths
↓ Weaknesses
API requires Python-specific patterns, TypeScript SDK is community-maintained
v0.1 to v0.2 migration required rewriting chain definitions
Primary support is for Python, other language bindings are not officially maintained
Documentation lacks step-by-step guides and troubleshooting tips for common issues
GitHub issues have slow response times from maintainers, few contributors
Fit analysis
Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Developers looking to integrate AI capabilities into their self-hosted applications
Researchers needing a tool for deep research and automation of repetitive tasks
✕ Not a fit for
Teams requiring real-time streaming capabilities (Khoj is batch-oriented)
Projects with strict data privacy concerns that cannot be addressed by self-hosting
Cost structure
Pricing
Free Tier
Available
Open source — free to use
Starts at
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise
None
Performance benchmarks
How Fast Is It?
Ecosystem
Relationships
Works well with
Next step
Get Started with Khoj
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.