AI Assistants
AI assistants for Linux
12 of the 58 AI assistants in this directory list a Linux app.
All of them are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPTOpenAI's general-purpose AI assistant for chat, images and voice | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| ClaudeAnthropic's AI assistant for writing, analysis and coding | Free plan · from $17/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| LM StudioDesktop app for running open AI models on your own computer | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| JanOpen-source desktop app for running local and cloud AI models | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Open WebUISelf-hosted chat interface for local and cloud AI models | Free plan | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| MstyPrivate AI workspace for local and online models | Free plan · from $149/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux |
| AnythingLLMOpen-source AI app for documents, agents and local models | Free plan · from $50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Cherry StudioOpen-source desktop AI client for 50+ model providers | Free plan | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| ChatboxAI chat client for your own API keys or a hosted model plan | Free plan · from $3.50/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| NextChatLightweight open-source AI chat client you can self-deploy | Free plan | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS |
| PyGPTOpen-source desktop AI assistant with agents, RAG and local models | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Maple AIEnd-to-end encrypted AI chat that runs open models in enclaves | Free plan · from $20/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
Common questions
Which AI assistants work on Linux?
12 of the 58 AI assistants in this directory list a Linux app. They are ChatGPT, Claude, LM Studio, Jan, Open WebUI, Msty, AnythingLLM, Cherry Studio, Chatbox, NextChat, PyGPT and Maple AI.
When was this checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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