Autoware
A complete open-source self-driving stack
Robotics & embodied AISelf-driving stackApache-2.0Runs locallyDockerfileAdvanced
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What is Autoware?
Autoware is the reference open autonomous-driving software: perception, localisation, planning and control, running on ROS 2.
Why people choose Autoware
- A full driving stack, not a component
- Deployed in real vehicles
- Backed by an industrial foundation
Autoware at a glance
| Category | Robotics & embodied AI |
| Type | Self-driving stack |
| License | Apache-2.0 |
| Runs locally | Yes |
| Built with | Dockerfile |
| Skill level | Advanced |
| Best for | autonomous vehicles, shuttles and industrial ground vehicles |
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Open-source alternatives to Autoware
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MuJoCoThe physics engine most robotics research runs on
Stable-Baselines3Reliable RL algorithms you can actually trust
openpi (π0)Open weights for robot foundation models
GymnasiumThe standard interface for reinforcement learning
PX4The autopilot behind most commercial drones
Isaac LabMassively parallel robot training on NVIDIA GPUs
ROS 2The operating system layer of modern robotics
Nav2Make a mobile robot navigate on its own
Diffusion PolicyTeach a robot by showing it, using diffusion
HabitatTrain agents to act in photorealistic homes
MoveIt 2Motion planning and manipulation for robot arms
GazeboSimulate a whole robot, sensors includedAutoware head-to-head
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FAQ
Is Autoware free?
Autoware is free and open-source (Apache-2.0 license), so you can use, self-host and modify it at no cost.
Can I run Autoware locally?
Yes. Autoware is designed to run on your own machine or server, keeping your data private.
What is the best alternative to Autoware?
Popular open-source alternatives include Genesis, LeRobot, ArduPilot. See the comparisons above to choose.
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