mpai vs Vizhi
Comprehensive feature analysis, ratings breakdown, platform compatibility, and community review comparison.
mpai
Make existing Codex and Claude Code sessions multiplayer
Detailed Feature Comparison Matrix
Compare Other Tools| Dimension | mpai |  Vizhi |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Category | Open Source | Open Source |
| Community Rating | No ratings(0 reviews) | No ratings(0 reviews) |
| Community Upvotes | 107 votes | 68 votes |
| Supported Platforms | Web | Web |
| Tags & Focus | #Developer Tools#Artificial Intelligence#Open Source | #Developer Tools#OpenAI Day#GitHub#Artificial Intelligence#Open Source |
| Maker / Company | Independent Developer | Independent Developer |
| Platform Verification | Community Listing | Community Listing |
About mpai
mpai is an open-source terminal developer tool designed to bring real-time multiplayer collaboration to existing Codex and Claude Code AI sessions. Created by Reagan Stock, the tool enables software engineers to collaborate directly inside command-line AI workflows without losing session history or context.
Using mpai, team members can join an explicitly shared native session from another Mac and immediately access the full context of the active conversation. Prompts sent by collaborators arrive with their name attached to distinguish inputs. To ensure security and control, mpai relies on Tailscale to keep network traffic private, while the host Mac remains in full control of the session.
Pros of mpai
- Open-source terminal developer tool
- Brings multiplayer functionality to Codex and Claude Code sessions
- Preserves full context when joining a teammate's session
- Attaches participant names directly to prompts for clarity
- Uses Tailscale for private networking while keeping host Mac in control
Cons of mpai
- Requires Mac devices for both host and joining team members
- Limited to supported terminal environments (Codex and Claude Code)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is mpai?
mpai is an open-source developer tool that adds terminal multiplayer functionality to existing Codex and Claude Code sessions.
How do team members collaborate in mpai?
A developer explicitly shares a native terminal session from their Mac. Teammates can join from another Mac, access the existing context, and send prompts with their name attached.
How is privacy and control managed?
mpai relies on Tailscale to keep network traffic private, and the host Mac always maintains full control over the shared session.
What tools and operating systems are supported?
mpai supports Mac systems running Codex or Claude Code terminal sessions.
About Vizhi
Vizhi (derived from the Tamil word for "eye") acts as a specialized mission control dashboard for monitoring and managing your Codex CLI sessions. Developed by indie developer Ravi Shankar, Vizhi is designed to keep an eye on active execution sessions so developers don't have to constantly tab back and forth into their terminal windows.
The tool provides deep integration with hardware controllers like the Logitech MX Creative Keypad, enabling users to keep track of up to six live sessions simultaneously. Through this physical interface, developers can perform quick action executions, such as one-press session approvals, and issue local voice prompts powered by Whisper.
For developers who do not own a hardware keypad, Vizhi provides a local browser dashboard that offers visibility and control over active sessions. As an open-source developer tool available on GitHub, Vizhi fits seamlessly into terminal-centric AI development workflows.
Pros of Vizhi
- Monitors up to six live Codex CLI sessions simultaneously
- Integrates with Logitech MX Creative Keypad for tactile, one-press approvals
- Supports local Whisper voice prompts for easy command input
- Offers a local browser dashboard for users without a physical keypad
- Open-source developer tool available on GitHub
Cons of Vizhi
- Full physical experience requires a specific device (Logitech MX Creative Keypad)
- Designed specifically around Codex CLI workflows rather than general terminal tasks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vizhi?
Vizhi (Tamil for "eye") is an open-source mission control application designed to watch and manage active Codex CLI sessions.
Do I need a Logitech MX Creative Keypad to use Vizhi?
No. While Vizhi offers live session controls and one-press approvals tailored for the Logitech MX Creative Keypad, it also includes a local browser dashboard accessible without any hardware.
How does voice input work in Vizhi?
Vizhi utilizes local Whisper speech recognition to support voice prompts directly within your workflow.
Is Vizhi open source?
Yes, Vizhi is an open-source developer tool created by Ravi Shankar and hosted on GitHub.