OpenClaw Aion UI isn't just for OpenClaw — it's a multi-agent dashboard that runs Hermes, OpenClaw, Claude Code, and 7+ other CLIs in one place.
If you've been juggling separate windows for OpenClaw, Hermes, and Claude Code — this post is the upgrade.
Aion UI manages all of them from one dashboard.
I'll cover:
- What CLIs Aion UI supports.
- How to set up multi-agent teams.
- Real workflows you can build.
- Mistakes to avoid.
What Aion UI Supports
Out of the box, Aion UI works with:
- OpenClaw
- Hermes
- Open Code
- Kim CLI
- Codex
- Quen
- Claude
- Gemini
- Aon CLI
- Nanobot
10+ AI CLIs in one dashboard.
That's the unique value vs single-CLI tools like ClawX OpenClaw.
Why Multi-Agent Matters
Single-agent workflows are fine for simple tasks.
Multi-agent is where real automation lives.
You can split a complex task across specialised agents:
- Research agent — collects data.
- Writer agent — drafts content.
- Code agent — handles dev work.
- QA agent — reviews output.
Each agent uses the right model for its job.
Aion UI lets all of them work side by side.
This is the same pattern as Hermes Agent Swarm but extended across multiple CLIs.
Setting Up A Multi-Agent Team
Three steps.
1 — Make sure each CLI is installed locally
You need OpenClaw, Hermes (or whichever CLIs you want) actually installed on your machine first.
Aion UI doesn't install the CLIs — it manages them.
If you don't have them, follow Build Your Own OpenClaw and Ollama Hermes.
2 — Connect them in Aion UI
In Aion UI's settings:
- Add OpenClaw provider.
- Add Hermes provider.
- Add Claude Code if you have it.
Aion UI auto-detects when each CLI is running.
3 — Create the team
In the Teams section:
- Click "Create team".
- Set a team leader (e.g. OpenClaw or Claude Code).
- Add agents to the team.
- Each agent can use a different CLI.
Now they can collaborate.
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Real Workflow 1 — Content Generation
The classic.
Setup:
- Research agent: Hermes with web search skill.
- Writer agent: OpenClaw with content skill.
- QA agent: Claude Code for review.
Flow:
- I give the team a keyword.
- Research agent (Hermes) gathers data.
- Writer agent (OpenClaw) drafts the article.
- QA agent (Claude Code) reviews and suggests edits.
Each agent uses the model best suited for its job.
Real Workflow 2 — Code Project
For developers.
Setup:
- Architect agent: Claude Code (best at planning).
- Implementation agent: Codex (best at writing code).
- Test agent: OpenClaw with terminal skill (runs the tests).
Flow:
- Describe the feature.
- Architect agent designs the approach.
- Implementation agent writes the code.
- Test agent runs the tests and reports back.
Multi-CLI lets each agent specialise.
Real Workflow 3 — Daily Ops
The compounding workflow.
Setup:
- Monitor agent: OpenClaw on schedule (watches RSS feeds, dashboards).
- Communicator agent: Hermes connected to Telegram (handles inbound messages).
- Drafter agent: Claude Code (drafts replies and content).
Flow:
- Monitor agent runs every hour.
- Sends alerts to Communicator agent.
- If something needs a reply, Drafter agent writes it.
- Communicator agent posts the response.
Hands-off ops loop.
Phone Control Across All Agents
Aion UI's phone access works across all connected CLIs.
You can:
- Trigger a Hermes task from your phone.
- Switch to an OpenClaw agent to check status.
- Approve a Claude Code action.
- All from one mobile interface.
For anyone running ops on the go, this is the key feature.
Models And Cost Per Agent
Don't put every agent on the same model.
Match the model to the role:
- Research agent: long-context cloud model (Kim K2.5 or DeepSeek).
- Writer agent: creative cloud model.
- Code agent: Qwen 3.6 (local) or Claude.
- QA agent: small fast cloud model.
Aion UI lets you switch models per agent in seconds.
Voice Input For Multi-Agent
Aion UI supports voice input.
Speak your task.
It transcribes and routes to the right agent (or you pick).
Useful for hands-free ops or rapid prototyping.
Common Multi-Agent Mistakes
1. Same model on every agent.
Defeats the point.
Use different models for different roles.
2. Vague agent system prompts.
Each agent needs ONE clear job.
Don't let any agent overlap with another.
3. No handoff rules.
Without explicit handoff lines, agents drift.
Tell each agent how to hand off ("Research complete. @Writer — draft based on the points above.")
4. Trying to manage everything in chat.
Use Aion UI's task scheduling for recurring work.
Skills That Work Across Agents
Aion UI's skills marketplace skills work across the connected CLIs:
- Web search.
- Browser automation.
- Tavly.
- File operations.
- Memory profiles.
Install once, use anywhere.
Daily Reality Of Multi-Agent
What a typical day looks like:
- 7 AM — overnight monitor agent flags interesting news.
- 7:15 — research agent pulls deeper sources.
- 8 AM — writer agent drafts content based on research.
- 9 AM — QA agent reviews drafts.
- 10 AM — I approve final content for publishing.
Most of it runs in the background.
I check in, approve, and move on.
That's the multi-agent compound effect.
When Multi-Agent Is Overkill
Be honest.
Single agent is fine if:
- The task is small.
- It's a one-off.
- You're prototyping.
Multi-agent is for:
- Quality-critical output.
- Different stages need different skills.
- Speed via parallel execution.
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FAQ — Aion UI Multi-Agent
Can I run OpenClaw and Hermes simultaneously?
Yes — that's the main use case.
How many agents can I run at once?
Hardware-dependent. I run 4-5 daily without issues.
Do all agents need to be installed locally?
Yes — Aion UI manages them but doesn't install them.
Can agents from different CLIs talk to each other?
Yes — Aion UI handles the routing.
Will multi-agent work on a low-spec laptop?
Limited.
If you're under 16GB RAM, stick to 2-3 agents.
Which CLI should I add first?
OpenClaw or Hermes — both have strong multi-agent support.
Is voice input reliable?
For most prompts, yes.
For technical jargon, sometimes the transcription is off.
Related Reading
- OpenClaw Aion UI — install walkthrough.
- Hermes Agent Swarm — Hermes-side multi-agent.
- ClawX OpenClaw — OpenClaw-only alternative.
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OpenClaw Aion UI is the multi-agent dashboard that finally makes Hermes + OpenClaw + Claude Code workflows practical.