Jan
Open-source ChatGPT alternative that runs offline
Jan is an open-source desktop app for running AI models locally. Supports GGUF models, has a ChatGPT-like interface, and runs completely offline.
Panel Reviews
The Builder
Developer Perspective
“Run LLMs on your desktop with a polished UI. Model management and the chat interface are well-designed.”
The Skeptic
Reality Check
“For people who want ChatGPT-like experience fully offline and private, Jan is the most polished option.”
The Futurist
Big Picture
“Desktop AI apps that run locally will be a major category. Jan is building the consumer interface for local AI.”
Community Sentiment
“Finally a local LLM app that doesn't require tinkering with CLI — Jan just works out of the box”
“Been using Jan for weeks, the GGUF model support is excellent and privacy is genuinely local-first”
“Jan is the Ollama alternative for people who want a real GUI — works great on M-series Macs”
“Best open-source ChatGPT alternative for offline use, super clean interface and dead simple setup”