LM Studio
Graphical app for running local AI models without a terminal
Choose it to run local models without a terminal on sensitive data; they are weaker than cloud ones and need a powerful PC.
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About this service
A desktop program where you can find, download and run open models in one click. Free for work use (since July 8, 2025). Paid plans are for teams and SSO. An easy start for private texts.
What you can do with it
- rewrite a sensitive email with a local model
- summarize an internal document without the cloud
Who it suits
- non-technical owners
- private texts
Strengths
- clear interface
- free for work use
Limitations
- closed-source program (not open source)
- RAM requirements
Integrations
- Ollama-compatible models
- API server
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