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Local Chat: Private AI Chatbot

Local Chat allows you to run

About this app

<p>Local Chat allows you to run the latest open language models on your Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Once you've downloaded the models, you can use the chat function even when your device is offline. Your chats remain totally private, since no internet connection is required to interact with the chatbots. It's like having your very own ChatGPT right on your device.</p>
<p>You can choose to save your chat history on your devices or delete your chats automatically after you're finished. Any chats that you choose to save in your history will be synced via your private iCloud storage to your other devices.</p>
<p>Try leading models from the open-source community, including Llama, Gemma, Qwen, Mistral, DeepSeek, and Kimi. Choose from different sizes to find the best fit for your device.</p>
<p>You can also customize the chatbot's personality with a system prompt, whether you prefer a helpful assistant, an encouraging coach, a witty conversationalist, or anything else you can imagine.</p>
<p>The chat function works with the following devices:</p>
<p>- Mac (M1 and later)<br />
- iPhone 12 and later<br />
- iPad Pro (M1 and later)<br />
- iPad Air (4th generation and later)<br />
- iPad mini (6th generation and later)<br />
- iPad (10th generation and later)</p>
<p>On earlier devices, you can view your chat history from your other devices synced via your private iCloud storage.</p>
<p>Local Chat is just getting started, and we're planning to continue adding new features in the coming months. If you have any feedback about the app, we'd love to hear it at [email protected].</p>
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<p>Privacy policy: https://localchat.co/privacy<br />
Terms of use: https://localchat.co/terms</p>

What stands out

Runs open-source models like Llama, DeepSeek, and Kimi directly on-device for offline use.
Ensures total privacy as no internet connection is required for chat interactions.
Syncs saved chat history securely via private iCloud storage across compatible Apple devices.

Version updates

Version 2026.4

This update includes performance improvements. We’d love to hear your feedback at [email protected].

9 月 21, 2026 · Apple App Store · iOS · View source

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★ 4.555 ratings
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Reviews

Suzi q69 ★ 1.0

Gave it a shot thumbs down

It took over an hour to download the AI I wanted. And then anytime I asked a question the app crashe…
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
zgg弦舞 ★ 5.0

The best choice

Among all the AI apps I've used for running lightweight models locally on iPhone, **LocalChat stands…
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
firstpocket ★ 4.0

there are better options

ui isnt great, limited model selection
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
Cybernettr ★ 4.0

Might be the best!

I've downloaded and tested three AI apps the run directly on your phone, and I've gotten by far the …
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
김경진진 ★ 5.0

최고의 앱

클로드 최신모델이나 제미나이 최신모델을 API형식으로 온라인 연결해서 사용하면 최고 최적 최장의 결과가 나옵니다. 애플에서만 사용할 수 있는게 아쉬워요
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
Jezza D ★ 4.0

Great app, responsive developer

Best Mac/iOS app for running local models (and accessing Claude, Gemini etc). Excellent UI on all pl…
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
sportswook489 ★ 5.0

Best one and I’ve tried them ALL

Shortcuts integration just works. Connects to my local OpenAI compatible LLM server perfectly. Final…
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
Blackbery-12 ★ 1.0

Lame

The free version offers a limited selection of models, while the best ones require a pro upgrade. Ho…
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
JDLPD22 ★ 5.0

Aceptable

Tiene futuro. A demás, me dio Premium gratis de por vida por haber sido una de las primeras personas…
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source
bluesky485 ★ 5.0

Great app for open-source models

This app is off to a great start, with a nice UI and a good selection of models. It’s one of the few…
From iOS · 10 月 10, 2026 · View source

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