The Verdict
Cyberdesk offers solid open-source infrastructure for virtual desktop orchestration (YC S25). They target similar use cases - EHRs, ERPs - but require more development effort. Mediar provides a turnkey platform with faster time-to-production. Both use OS-level approaches; Cyberdesk is building blocks, Mediar is the complete solution.
At a Glance
Feature
Mediar
Cyberdesk
Approach
Deterministic + Self-healing
Self-learning agent
Deployment
Turnkey in 1 week
DIY integration
Build vs Buy
Cyberdesk gives you infrastructure-level control - great if you have engineering resources. Mediar offers turnkey deployment with built-in self-healing. The choice depends on whether you want to build infrastructure or ship automations.
Pricing & Value
Recommended
Mediar
Usage-based / Turnkey
- Pay per successful execution
- 99% automation success rate
- Implementation in days, not months
Cyberdesk
Open-source + Cloud
"Cyberdesk's open-source is great for teams with engineering resources. Mediar is faster for teams prioritizing deployment speed."
Why move away from Cyberdesk?
Cons of Cyberdesk
- Requires development effort
- Newer platform (2025)
- Agent approach less predictable
Where Cyberdesk is strong
- Open-source with YC backing
- TypeScript and Python SDKs
- Self-learning agent approach
Ready to switch to modern automation?
Join the teams moving from Cyberdesk to Mediar for faster, more reliable workflows.