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LangChain is the popular open-source framework for building LLM apps with chains, agents, retrieval, and observability via LangSmith.

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Pricing & details

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Model

Freemium

Starting at

Free

Free tier

Yes

API

Available

Open source

Yes

Platforms

python · javascript · API

Capabilities

Key features

What stands out when you evaluate LangChain.

  • LCEL chains
  • Agents
  • RAG tooling
  • LangSmith
  • LangGraph

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Best for

When LangChain tends to make the shortlist.

  • LCEL chains
  • Agents
  • RAG tooling
  • LangSmith
  • Freemium pricing with a free tier listed

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Overview

About LangChain

Framework for LLM applications

Updated 2026-07-21

LangChain is the popular open-source framework for building LLM apps with chains, agents, retrieval, and observability via LangSmith.

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Pros & cons

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Pros

  • Free tier listed
  • Public API listed
  • Open source
  • LCEL chains
  • Agents

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