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LangChain vs Dify

A side-by-side comparison of LangChain and Dify — ratings, pricing, strengths, weaknesses and who each one is best for.

Updated 2026

Criteria
LangChain
Dev platform
Dify
Dev platform
Rating
4.4
4.6
Pricing
  • Open source: Free
  • LangSmith: from $39/user/mo
  • Open source: Free
  • Sandbox: Free
  • Professional: from $59/mo
Pros
  • ✓ Huge ecosystem
  • ✓ Rich integrations
  • ✓ Active community
  • ✓ LangSmith observability
  • ✓ Open-source, self-hostable
  • ✓ Visual orchestration
  • ✓ RAG/Agent
  • ✓ Multiple models
Cons
  • ✗ Heavy abstractions
  • ✗ Fast-changing versions
  • ✗ Developer-oriented
  • ✗ Self-hosting needs ops
  • ✗ Advanced features paid
  • ✗ Learning curve
Best forLLM app development, Agents, RAG, PrototypesEnterprise apps, RAG knowledge bases, Workflows, Prototypes
PlatformsPython, JavaScript, APIWeb, Self-hosted, API

Our verdict

Dify edges ahead on our overall rating (4.6 vs 4.4), but both are capable choices.

Choose LangChain if you want LLM app development, Agents. Choose Dify if you need Enterprise apps, RAG knowledge bases.

Read the full LangChain review →Read the full Dify review →

FAQ

Is LangChain better than Dify?

In our review LangChain rates 4.4/5 and Dify rates 4.6/5. LangChain is best for LLM app development, Agents, while Dify suits Enterprise apps, RAG knowledge bases — so the better choice depends on your priorities.

What is the difference between LangChain and Dify?

LangChain: An open-source framework for building LLM apps, connecting models, tools and data. Dify: An open-source LLM app platform with visual orchestration for agents, RAG and workflows.

Which is cheaper, LangChain or Dify?

LangChain starts at Free (Open source); Dify starts at Free (Open source).