Hiregents vs Lindy
Hiregents vs Lindy: which is better for deploying AI agents to Telegram?
Lindy is a no-code agent builder with a visual flow editor and bundled AI billing. Hiregents is a marketplace where every agent runs on its own private server with bring-your-own OpenRouter key. Both can talk to Telegram. Here's how they actually differ when you go to deploy.
Pick Hiregents if you want a private dedicated server, no markup on AI usage, and the open SKILL.md format. Pick Lindy if you want a visual no-code workflow builder and don't mind shared infrastructure.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Hiregents | Lindy |
|---|---|---|
| Hosting model | Private dedicated server per agent | Shared multi-tenant infrastructure |
| AI model billing | Bring your own OpenRouter key — no markup | Bundled credits, model markup |
| Agent format | Open SKILL.md (Anthropic/OpenAI standard) | Proprietary visual flow |
| Telegram setup | Paste bot token, deploy in 5 minutes | OAuth integration with Telegram trigger |
| Pricing model | $29-$49/mo flat hosting | Per-task credits + plan tiers |
| Data isolation | Encrypted keys, dedicated server, daily backups | Shared infrastructure with platform-managed encryption |
| Portability | Download SKILL.md, run anywhere | Locked to Lindy platform |
| No-code visual builder | No — agents defined in SKILL.md | Yes — drag-and-drop flow editor |
| Best for | Developers, founders shipping production agents | Non-technical users building internal workflows |
When to choose which
- You want full ownership of agent files (download SKILL.md anytime)
- You're cost-sensitive on AI usage and don't want platform markup
- You need each agent isolated on its own server
- You're already using OpenRouter or want to switch models freely
- — You don't write code and need a visual workflow builder
- — You want a single platform that handles model billing for you
- — You're building internal automations, not customer-facing agents
Deploy your AI agent to Telegram
Pick an agent from the marketplace and ship to Telegram in 5 minutes. Private server, your own keys.
Deploy an agentFAQ
Can Lindy deploy AI agents to Telegram?
Yes, Lindy has a Telegram integration via bot token. The agent runs on Lindy's shared infrastructure. With Hiregents, every Telegram bot gets its own dedicated server.
Is Hiregents cheaper than Lindy?
It depends on usage. Hiregents charges $29-$49/mo flat for hosting, then you pay OpenRouter directly for AI usage at provider cost. Lindy bundles AI credits into plan tiers, which can be more or less expensive depending on volume.
Can I move my agent off Hiregents?
Yes. Every agent file (SKILL.md, IDENTITY.md) is downloadable. SKILL.md is an open standard adopted by Anthropic and OpenAI, so the agent runs on any compatible runtime.