Promptbook versus Claude Cowork
When to choose Promptbook
When the same operation uses local material every week. The engine schedules tasks and works with files on its host even when you close the controls.
When to choose Claude Cowork
When you want to delegate research or a presentation and review the result from the web or your phone. Keep Claude Desktop open for work that needs connected local folders.
| Feature | Promptbook | Claude Cowork |
|---|---|---|
| Self-hosting | YesYour computer or server | NoAnthropic cloud, Desktop access |
| Runs with your computer off | ConditionalWhen hosted elsewhere | YesCloud tasks |
| Workspace | Project files and Git | Apps and selected folders |
| AI model | Choice of tool and model | Claude |
| Scheduled tasks | YesRecurring agent tasks | YesScheduled tasks |
Feature details
Self-hosting
PromptbookThe engine that runs and schedules agent work lives on your computer, company server or VPS under your control.
Claude CoworkSessions run on Anthropic’s servers. Claude Desktop bridges access to permitted local resources.
Runs with your computer off
PromptbookClosing the controls leaves work running. Shutting down the engine host stops it. An engine on a running server can continue.
Claude CoworkThe cloud session continues. Access to local files and the browser through Desktop needs the app to stay open.
Workspace
PromptbookAgents, tasks and conversations are readable files in your project. Review file changes in Git and inspect task traces.
Claude CoworkCloud sessions, connected apps and selected local folders through Claude Desktop.
AI model
PromptbookChoose a supported AI tool and model. External services receive the inputs they need. Local model use depends on the adapter and task.
Claude CoworkClaude in Anthropic’s environment.
Scheduled tasks
PromptbookGive a team of agents an ongoing responsibility, goal and rules. The engine runs one-off and recurring tasks.
Claude CoworkDelegated tasks, subagents and remotely scheduled tasks.
Documentation reviewed 10 November 2026.