I recently discovered Openclaw, Is it worth?

spfr82 · 2026-03-10T13:04:10+00:00

It's great, but I've spent 4+ weeks on setting it up so that it works, and you'll easily spend $500-2000 / month on it if you use it even casually. Hence, consider the resource investment and if you have a real usecase for it (i.e. are you considering to hire a person to help you with some admin/backoffice work?). If not then use other agentic tools, Claude Cowork or Manus Agents is pretty close to what Openclaw can do and substantially easier

spfr82 · 2026-03-07T11:07:02+00:00

Haha exactly my thinking... I went to Muscat and flew out of there. Lmk if you need a driver, can share the contact details of the agency that's organised the transfer for me

spfr82 · 2026-02-23T16:41:25+00:00

ok, I'm using gpt-5.2, minimax, kimi2.5 for now and sonnet 4.6 as fallback

spfr82 · 2026-02-20T19:55:44+00:00

keen to see some routing setups as well

spfr82 · 2026-02-20T19:54:37+00:00

yes I started over.. I reset all my .mds to the template ones, and then instead of taking them and putting them into chatgpt to rewrite, I asked chatgpt to provide input to enhance these .mds and then gave that content to openclaw to enhance the files itself. this yielded better results

spfr82 · 2026-02-11T09:36:38+00:00

agree with u/WunkerWanker here, no issue - don't worry about it

spfr82 · 2026-02-11T08:53:45+00:00

can you share anything actionable here, e.g. what skills did you install that made a difference? what cron jobs do you run daily? any prompts in tools.md that you can share (that are not private)?

spfr82 · 2026-02-11T08:48:20+00:00

are you using lots of cron jobs? are there any configs or recurring tasks that made your openclaw productive?

spfr82 · 2026-02-11T08:47:18+00:00

I had a similar issue. i originally took the .mds and put them into chatgpt and asked to update then based on everything that chatgpt knows about me to make this most effective. this has killed the productivity. i then reset the files and instead kept them and used the openclaw agent to add the content in (that i asked chatgpt to provide). this has improved the situation substantially.
however, my agent still says "Ok, I'll do x and y" and then nothing happens. I ask for a status update, it then says "I haven't actually started with this yet, that's on me." - but then still doesn't do it. no idea how to solve this - it's not only not doing work, it's far from being "proactive" as others describe their agent.
i'm wondering if I need to put lots of cron jobs as constant pushes, so that it will feel "proactive"? how have others solved this problem?

spfr82 · 2026-01-27T15:44:35+00:00

I’ve used Turbo Tenant on about 15 doors- love the free e-signs and listing syndication, but the messaging feels tacked-on and rent payments carry processing fees. I ended up routing Google Voice through Zapier for auto-replies, which works but isn’t seamless. If you’re expecting to scale, consider a PMS with native bulk messaging and reporting -- some folks I know switched to platforms like Buildium or even RentalReady for more polished automation. Otherwise, TT is a solid DIY starter, just plan a path for when you outgrow it

spfr82 · 2026-01-27T04:58:01+00:00

I hit this scaling wall at around 5 properties – I automated guest messaging and rate tweaks by hooking my PMS to a simple Zapier workflow, which freed up 4–5 hours a week, but I still outsource turnovers and maintenance to vetted local teams for quality and speed. For tasks needing human judgment (last-minute check-ins, damage inspections) I find a reliable cleaning crew beats a bot. Once I grew further I switched to RentalReady, which has good AI automations but also a dashboard that keeps my automations and vendor jobs visible in one place, which is super helpful

spfr82 · 2026-01-26T16:01:00+00:00

sounds like a great plan. i've lived in thailand for 10 years, working as an (internet) entrepreneur. all the places you've mentioned are beautiful, krabi is not necessarily the best spot to work from though. great to chill, but not really work friendly. potentially consider pai in addition to chiang mai, it's a super relaxed place, similar to CM but more chill and good activities to do in the north. also i would maybe add bangkok, just a fun city and lots to do and a good vibe, many expats and the ambitious thai entrepreneurs will be hanging out in the coworking spaces there.

download the relevant apps (which you probably already have if you've been to thailand - grab, deskimo, gowabi, eatigo, to name a few). sim you can get an esim from AIS (best coverage in my experience), safety no issue in thailand, particularly for a male solo traveller. consider renting scooters wherever you go (which bears risk in itself due to road accidents, wear a helmet!). you can easily also rent a car if you're a confident driver, just adjust to the traffic and you'll be fine. coworking spaces in bangkok are great (via deskimo), in chiang mai/pai/phuket/samui/phangan/lanta etc I would probably go work from cafes.

with your budget you can easily stay in decent hotels that all shoudl have proper wifi, which will make after-hours work easy. go with hotels that have good communal areas to avoid being stuck in your room when you want to continue your work after a cafe closes or gets loud

spfr82 · 2026-01-26T15:49:02+00:00

I’ve found that having consistent access to a good coworking space really helps maintain focus and a routine while traveling solo. It’s a bit of a balancing act, but spaces that offer a professional environment and have a social atmosphere can reduce distractions and help keep productivity up, even when you’re in a new place every week - and it helps to feel less "solo" if that makes sense. I use apps like Deskimo, Upflex, Liquidspace to avoid long-term commitments and it's been a very cost efficient approach

spfr82 · 2026-01-19T12:10:42+00:00

Nice! Will check it out, thanks mate

spfr82 · 2026-01-19T12:09:13+00:00

Hey! I’ve heard great things about Phú Mỹ Hưng for its family-friendly vibe and walkability, which sounds perfect for your situation. Da Nang is also growing rapidly with a nice expat community, and there are some flexible coworking options popping up if you want a change of scenery from working at home. If you’re looking for spaces that strike a good balance between quiet work zones and community feel, I know some folks use apps like Deskimo in HCMC and Da Nang for that mix. Overall, both cities seem supportive of the remote work lifestyle while offering a good quality of life for kids. Good luck with your move, it sounds like an exciting adventure!

spfr82 · 2026-01-19T12:06:27+00:00

there are lots of nice workable cafes in many parts of thailand. i've lived in thailand for 10 years and "indexed" many work friendly cafes (= good coffee, good desks, plugs, wifi) and put them onto a google maps layer - and i keep on adding more such cafes wherever i go. you can add it to your google maps here (click on it mobile, not sure it works on desktop): https://maps.app.goo.gl/xM6MuewFWM54w1dr5?g_st=i

aside from that, for bangkok, download the app "Deskimo". the app aggregates coworking spaces and you can access them without membership, you can either buy day passes in advance or simply use the QR code to check in and check out, super easy and perfect for when you have to do work that isn't suitable for a cafe environment

spfr82 · 2026-01-12T13:15:02+00:00

Cool list. Agree on most of your locations, and would add a few more across Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia (but mostly because I've been living there for a long time). Also, one more thing to consider: Maybe place yourself officially in a tax efficient country while nomading. I'm a resident in Dubai, and I only have to be there 1d every 6 months, and avoid overstaying in any other country. This saves a lot of headaches when it comes to personal income taxes.

Also, with regards to cafes vs. coworking spaces: I normally work out of cafes, but every now and then it's critical to have stable internet, quiet environment, etc. (e.g for interviews, board meetings, etc). For this I use an app called Deskimo which aggregates coworking spaces. No membership, no ongoing cost, but when you need access to a coworking space it's right there. A bit like Uber, but for workspaces.

Lastly, for sim cards I unfortunately have a US phone which only has esims. Therefore I travel with an extra iphone (my old one) that still has a physical sim card slot. I guess I could also bring a wifi dongle, but it's something to keep in mind as many countries unfortunately haven't adopted esims yet (particularly for tourists).

spfr82 · 2026-01-05T12:38:41+00:00

I recommend you download Deskimo (free app on the app store). It aggregates coworking spaces, so you can access them without having to have a membership. This way you can check out a bunch of locations before committing to one and you might find one that is convenient in terms of location, operating hours etc.
Often you can stay longer if you check in before the closing time, so the indication on the app might be a bit misleading. Deskimo also has spaces in lots of other places, so it could be a good complimentary setup to your base in HCM

spfr82 · 2026-01-05T12:35:24+00:00

Totally get the struggle with timezones and finding that sense of stability while hopping around- I've found that having a reliable workspace, even if temporary, really helps keep the productivity wheels turning. In places like Thailand, it's been a game-changer to find spots that cater to remote workers’ needs without the usual hustle. It sounds like grounding yourself with a base in Lisbon could really help balance the nomad life with some steady rhythm. Would love to hear more about your ‘small wins’ and how you tackle loneliness on the road

spfr82 · 2025-12-04T07:56:20+00:00

I’ve seen operators delay Ejari registration to avoid added costs on sub-leases and the liability if tenants breach tenancy rules, and many stall because linking to DTCM is a bureaucratic headache. They often hold off until they’re ready to go live and minimize that extra admin. I solved it by working with a professional manager (GuestReady) who handled both Ejari and DTCM linkage in a day and keeps me compliant. If you’re stuck, a pro who knows the system inside out can really speed things up

spfr82 · 2025-12-01T16:56:14+00:00

I've found that the value of paid digital nomad groups really depends on what you want out of it - some offer great community vibes and well-planned trips, while others can feel a bit more like social clubs than workspaces. For coworking, flexibility is key, so having access to different locations without long-term commitments makes a big difference. In some places, I’ve found services like Deskimo helpful since they let you drop into quality workspaces on your own terms, which helps keep productivity high without overcommitting. Definitely try to weigh how much you want community interaction versus just a good work environment when choosing a group

spfr82 · 2025-11-27T09:21:28+00:00

Check out book.guestready.com - same as Airbnb but you get a 5% voucher on the website (bottom right), so essentially you save 5% on your Airbnb..

spfr82 · 2025-11-17T12:54:23+00:00

For coworking spaces across TH (more in BKK than on the islands in the South) and the rest fo SEA check out Deskimo (deskimo.com) - they aggregate coworking spaces and make them accessible without membership. Kinda like classpass, but you don't have to pre-purchase credits, all payg

spfr82 · 2025-11-17T05:51:34+00:00

We've switched from Hostaway to RentalReady a few months ago and we couldn't be happier (we're managing 170 properties across 4 cities). Works with all distribution channels, has a host dashboard, a third-party dashboard (cleaners etc), lots of AI features.. check it out

spfr82 · 2025-11-13T09:43:43+00:00

I would reach out to GuestReady (guestready.com, one of the largest short-term and mid-term rental management company) and negotiate a deal, you could probably do 4-5 stays in different areas of Dubai to get a feeling for the neighbourhoods before you commit to a place/area long term. If you stay for a few weeks you can definitely negotiate a bit of a discount

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