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PyGPT alternatives
PyGPT compared with 5 alternatives: Jan, Cherry Studio, AnythingLLM, Chatbox and Msty.
PyGPT is free to use. All 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PyGPTThis tool | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Jan | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Cherry Studio | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| AnythingLLM | Free plan · from $50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Chatbox | Free plan · from $3.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Msty | Free plan · from $149/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
How each one differs from PyGPT
- Free
Jan
Open-source desktop app for running local and cloud AI models
- Jan is free. PyGPT is free.
- PyGPT also covers AI agents.
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 iOS and Android apps.
- PyGPT also covers AI search.
Suits: People who already hold API keys for several model providers
- Free plan · from $50/mo
AnythingLLM
Open-source AI app for documents, agents and local models
- AnythingLLM starts at $50 per month (Basic hosted cloud instance). PyGPT is free.
- Only AnythingLLM lists a web app.
- Only AnythingLLM lists an Android app.
- AnythingLLM is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- AnythingLLM also covers meeting notes.
Suits: Chatting with private documents without sending them to a cloud service
- Free plan · from $3.50/mo
Chatbox
AI chat client for your own API keys or a hosted model plan
- Chatbox starts at $3.50 per month, billed annually ($3.99 billed monthly). PyGPT is free.
- Only Chatbox lists a web app.
- Only Chatbox lists iOS and Android apps.
Suits: People who want the same chat app on desktop, phone and browser
- Free plan · from $149/yr
Msty
Private AI workspace for local and online models
- Msty starts at $149 per user / year (Aurum), or $349 one-time (Aurum Lifetime). PyGPT is free.
- Only Msty lists a web app.
- Msty can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- PyGPT is open source, according to its own site.
- PyGPT also covers AI search.
Suits: Individuals who want local and hosted models in one desktop app
Limits worth knowing in PyGPT
- Cloud models need your own API keys, and each provider charges for usage separately.
- macOS has no prebuilt app: it is installed from PyPI with Python 3.10 to 3.13, or run from source.
- Local models are not built in; they run through a separate Ollama installation and need compatible hardware.
- It is a desktop application only, for Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit Linux and macOS.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to PyGPT?
The alternatives to PyGPT in this directory are Jan, Cherry Studio, AnythingLLM, Chatbox and Msty. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with PyGPT.
Is there a free alternative to PyGPT?
Yes. Jan is free to use. Cherry Studio, AnythingLLM, Chatbox and Msty have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which PyGPT alternatives work on Android?
The PyGPT listing does not include an Android app. Cherry Studio, AnythingLLM and Chatbox list one.
Which PyGPT alternatives work on iOS?
The PyGPT listing does not include an iOS app. Cherry Studio and Chatbox list one.
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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