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Locally AI alternatives
Locally AI compared with 5 alternatives: Private LLM, PocketPal AI, LM Studio, Jan and Cherry Studio.
Locally AI is free to use. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locally AIThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, iOS |
| Private LLM | From $4.99 one-time | No | macOS, iOS |
| PocketPal AI | Free plan · from $0.99 one-time | Yes | iOS, Android |
| LM Studio | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Jan | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Cherry Studio | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Locally AI
- From $4.99 one-time
Private LLM
Offline AI chat app for iPhone, iPad and Mac with a one-time price
- Private LLM starts at $4.99 one-time (US App Store). Locally AI is free.
- Locally AI has a free plan. Private LLM does not.
- Private LLM can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Apple users who want AI chat that never leaves the device
- Free plan · from $0.99 one-time
PocketPal AI
Open-source app for running AI models offline on phones and tablets
- PocketPal AI starts at $0.99 per premium Pal, one-time (US App Store in-app purchase). Locally AI is free.
- Only PocketPal AI lists an Android app.
- Only Locally AI lists a macOS app.
- PocketPal AI is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: Running open models privately on an iPhone, iPad or Android phone
- Free plan · from $20/mo
LM Studio
Desktop app for running open AI models on your own computer
- LM Studio starts at $20 per month (Bionic+, for cloud models). Locally AI is free.
- Only LM Studio lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Locally AI lists an iOS app.
- LM Studio also covers AI agents.
Suits: Running open models privately on a Mac, Windows or Linux computer
- Free
Jan
Open-source desktop app for running local and cloud AI models
- Jan is free. Locally AI is free.
- Only Jan lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Locally AI lists an iOS app.
- Jan is open source, according to its own site.
- Jan also covers AI search.
Suits: Running open models offline on your own computer
- Free plan
Cherry Studio
Open-source desktop AI client for 50+ model providers
- Only Cherry Studio lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
- Cherry Studio is open source, according to its own site.
- Cherry Studio also covers AI agents.
Suits: People who already hold API keys for several model providers
Limits worth knowing in Locally AI
- It is available only for recent iPhone, iPad and Mac models, and is optimized for Apple Silicon chips.
- Which models run depends on the device's memory; the site points to iPad and Mac for the largest ones.
- Using larger models through LM Link requires LM Studio running on a computer of your own.
- LM Studio acquired the app in April 2026, and the App Store now lists it as Locally AI by LM Studio.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Locally AI?
The alternatives to Locally AI in this directory are Private LLM, PocketPal AI, LM Studio, Jan and Cherry Studio. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Locally AI.
Is there a free alternative to Locally AI?
Yes. Jan is free to use. PocketPal AI, LM Studio and Cherry Studio have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Locally AI alternatives work on Windows?
The Locally AI listing does not include a Windows app. LM Studio, Jan and Cherry Studio list one.
Which Locally AI alternatives work on Linux?
The Locally AI listing does not include a Linux app. LM Studio, Jan and Cherry Studio list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Locally AI?
PocketPal AI, Jan and Cherry Studio are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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