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TaskHandoff

Self-hosted workbench that runs Codex and OpenCode AI sessions in isolated workspaces across local and remote machines.

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What is TaskHandoff?

TaskHandoff is a self-hosted control plane for AI development workspaces. It creates isolated instances on local or remote computers, called nodes, and runs Codex and OpenCode sessions inside them while streaming progress, tool activity and approvals to one interface. Each instance starts from a Git repository or local folder and uses either a Docker or Local runtime, so several tasks can run in parallel in separate worktrees without files or branches colliding. You can review files, Git changes and branches, open a terminal, preview managed apps, and ship work through a branch or worktree. Stories group documents, AI sessions, preset actions, schedules and triggers for longer-running goals. Work keeps running after you close the browser, and the same control plane is reachable from web, desktop, mobile and chat bridges, or from the thctl command line. The documentation does not publish pricing, so plan and cost details are not available.

Use cases

  • Run Codex sessions on remote machines
  • Run OpenCode sessions in isolated instances
  • Work on several branches in parallel worktrees
  • Review AI code changes before shipping
  • Automate repeatable workflows with Stories
  • Supervise AI tasks from a phone
  • Let agents drive the control plane via thctl

Who it's for

  • Software developers
  • Engineering teams
  • Platform administrators
  • AI-assisted coding users

Why use TaskHandoff

  • Sessions run inside controlled instances, so AI work continues after you close the page.
  • Separate workspaces and worktrees let several tasks proceed at once without conflicts.
  • Codex and OpenCode sit behind one interface, so you can switch agents without changing tools.
  • Self-hosting keeps repositories and credentials on infrastructure you manage.
  • Compact mode keeps the view on the current turn while preserving the full history.

TaskHandoff features

  • Local and remote node management
  • Isolated instances with Docker or Local runtime
  • Codex and OpenCode AI sessions
  • Compact and Conversation session modes
  • Git changes, branches and worktree review
  • Stories with preset actions, schedules and triggers
  • Managed apps, terminal and browser previews
  • thctl command-line client and agent skill
  • Access from web, desktop, mobile and chat bridges
  • Tasks continue after the browser is closed

TaskHandoff integrations

  • Codex
  • OpenCode
  • Docker
  • Git

How to get started with TaskHandoff

  1. Install the control plane on a server or use the desktop app, then sign in as administrator.
  2. Connect a local or remote node and configure a model provider and repositories.
  3. Create an isolated instance from a Git repository or local folder with a Docker or Local runtime.
  4. Start an AI session by choosing Codex or OpenCode, a model, a working directory and a permission mode.
  5. Review tool activity and Git changes, then deliver through a branch or worktree.

TaskHandoff limitations

  • Only one Local Runtime instance can run per host user
  • Mobile covers active sessions and runtime controls, not instance creation
  • Instance model changes apply on the next start or restart
  • Pricing is not published in the available documentation

TaskHandoff pricing

We couldn't confirm pricing on the official site. Check docs.thandoff.com for current prices.

Prices can change and may vary by country or exclude tax. Check the official pricing page.

TaskHandoff alternatives

The main TaskHandoff alternatives listed on Debuly are Conductor, OpenHands, Claude Code, Cursor, Devin and AgentBox. The table compares pricing and platforms; order is A–Z.

TaskHandoff compared with its alternatives
ToolPricingStarting pricePlatforms
TaskHandoffPricing unknown—Self-hosted, Web, Windows, Mobile
AgentBoxPricing unknown—CLI, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted
Claude CodePaid—macOS, Linux, Windows, Web
ConductorContact sales—Web, API
CursorFreemium$8/moCLI, iOS, Web, API
DevinFreemium$20/moWeb, CLI, API
OpenHandsFreemium$499/moWeb, API, Self-hosted, Kubernetes

  1. AgentBox

    CLI and macOS menu bar app that moves your project into isolated VMs and runs Claude Code, Codex, OpenCode or Pi inside them in parallel.

    Developer platformsCodingAutomation and agents
    Visit AgentBox (official site)

  2. Claude Code

    Anthropic's coding agent that fixes bugs, writes tests and runs migrations from your terminal, IDE, desktop app, web or Slack.

    CodingAutomation and agentsDeveloper platforms
    PaidVisit Claude Code (official site)

  3. Conductor

    Enterprise platform for AI search (AEO) and SEO: content creation, visibility reporting, site monitoring and agent tooling.

    Marketing and SEOWritingResearch and search
    Contact salesVisit Conductor (official site)

  4. Cursor

    AI code editor and coding agent with cloud agents, Bugbot code review and multi-provider models, sold with Grok and X plans.

    CodingAutomation and agentsDeveloper platforms
    FreemiumVisit Cursor (official site)

  5. Devin

    Cognition's AI software engineer, with a desktop app, CLI and cloud agents that take coding tasks through to pull requests.

    CodingAutomation and agentsDeveloper platforms
    FreemiumVisit Devin (official site)

  6. OpenHands

    Open-source AI coding agent platform with a free Agent Canvas, a Teams plan, and self-hosted Enterprise control

    CodingAutomation and agentsDeveloper platforms
    FreemiumVisit OpenHands (official site)

TaskHandoff FAQ

How much does TaskHandoff cost?

The documentation available does not publish pricing, and its pricing page returns not found, so check the project's site or repository for current terms.

Is there a free plan for TaskHandoff?

No plans or tiers are listed in the documentation, so a free plan cannot be confirmed.

Which AI agents does TaskHandoff support?

Codex and OpenCode are the primary agents. Claude remains a compatibility path rather than the main documented flow.

Do I need Docker to use TaskHandoff?

Not necessarily. Local Runtime uses host tools and directories, while Docker is recommended for multiple isolated instances.

Does TaskHandoff have a command-line tool or API?

Yes. The thctl command-line client operates the control plane, and an agent skill lets Codex or OpenCode call it directly.

Will tasks keep running if I close the browser?

Yes. Tasks run in controlled instances rather than in the browser tab, although stopping an instance or its runtime services can interrupt work.

What are alternatives to TaskHandoff?

Alternatives for managing AI coding agents include Conductor, Vibe Kanban, Claude Code, Codex CLI, OpenHands and Cursor background agents.

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