Category

Local AI

Local models, runtimes and user-managed AI workflows. Start with featured products, then widen the shortlist with catalogued options.

Find your match Search all tools

10 related products
Discover first, compare when needed

Featured tools

K

KoboldCpp

Deep review

An open-source local runtime for running compatible language models on user-managed hardware.

local modelstext generationoffline workflows

desktop · local · open-source

Best forTechnical users who want local model execution.ConsiderHardware, model licensing and setup remain the user's responsibility.

L

LM Studio

Full profile

A desktop application for discovering and running compatible language models locally.

local modelsdesktop chatmodel downloading

desktop · freemium

Best forUsers who want a graphical local-model starting point.ConsiderHardware and individual model licenses still matter.

O

Ollama

Full profile

A local model runtime and developer-oriented workflow for running supported language models.

local modelsdeveloper toolsmodel runtime

desktop · local · API · open-source

Best forTechnical users building local model workflows.ConsiderModel choice, device security and connected tools remain user responsibilities.

Full profiles

l

llama.cpp

Full profile

An open-source inference project for running compatible language models efficiently on local hardware.

local modelsinference runtimedeveloper tools

desktop · local · API · open-source

Best forDevelopers and technical users building their own local stack.ConsiderIt is a technical component, not a complete consumer chat experience.

B

Backyard AI

Full profile

A local-oriented AI chat product with character and model workflow options.

local chatcharacter roleplaymodel discovery

desktop · iOS · Android · freemium

Best forUsers who want a more approachable local-or-hybrid chat starting point.ConsiderCurrent local, cloud and mobile boundaries should be checked in-product.

Other catalogued tools

K

KoboldAI

Catalogued

An open-source ecosystem for locally run text generation and storytelling workflows.

local text generationstory writingmodel runtime

desktop · local · open-source

Best forTechnical writers exploring local generation choices.ConsiderProject paths and model support should be checked before setup.

J

Jan

Catalogued

A desktop application for local AI chat and model use.

local chatdesktop modelsoffline use

desktop · open-source

Best forUsers seeking an approachable local chat client.ConsiderHardware and chosen models determine results.

G

GPT4All

Catalogued

A local model ecosystem and desktop chat application.

local modelsdesktop chatoffline use

desktop · open-source

Best forUsers exploring offline desktop AI options.ConsiderModel and hardware choices remain user-managed.

L

LocalAI

Catalogued

An open-source local inference platform for users who want API-compatible model hosting.

local inferenceAPIself-hosted models

desktop · local · API · open-source

Best forTechnical users building self-hosted model services.ConsiderSetup and security are user responsibilities.

M

Msty

Catalogued

A desktop AI workspace for connecting to models and organising chat workflows.

local modelsdesktop chatmodel connection

desktop · freemium

Best forUsers comparing local-friendly desktop assistants.ConsiderConnected model and provider choices affect privacy.

How to choose

Start with the workflow and access path you need. Compare platform, pricing and the main limitation before treating a tool as a match.

Related decisions

Compare tools →
Best by use case →