Orchestrator Pattern
Like a project manager who assigns work to team members.How It Works
Key Difference
| Aspect | AgentFlow | Orchestrator |
|---|---|---|
| Who decides? | You | AI Manager |
| Flow | Fixed steps | Dynamic |
| Token usage | Lower | Higher |
| Best for | Predictable tasks | Complex, unclear tasks |
Code
Manager Decision Flow
When to Use
| Use Orchestrator | Use AgentFlow |
|---|---|
| Complex, unclear tasks | Simple, clear steps |
| Donβt know order upfront | Know exact order |
| Need flexibility | Need predictability |
| Higher budget OK | Cost-sensitive |
Related
Sequential
Fixed step-by-step
Routing
Send to specialists

