# Smart AI: Local LLM & API Chat — Use Llama, Phi, R1 LLM locally

> Local and private AI chat with LLM models on iPhone and iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by 株式会社Smartソフト.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-ai-local-llm-and-api-chat/id6446188667 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [株式会社Smartソフト](https://appshunter.io/developer/1577078111)
- Category: Developer Tools, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 46 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Chinese, Chinese
- Released: 2023-03-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-ai-local-llm-and-api-chat/id6446188667/reviews.md

## What is Smart AI?

- One-click download and use Llama, Phi, DeepSeek R1 and LLM-jp for chatting with AI models that are running locally and privately on your iPhone and iPad.
- Import Hugging Face .gguf: Download any .gguf and import it into the app
- Saved chat history and rooms: Create rooms to categorize chats, view chat messages on all your devices with iCloud sync

Features:
- Download local LLM module like Llama, Phi, DeepSeek R1 and LLM-jp
- Run local LLM on your device
- Save chat history to iCloud
- Access Gemini online AI service (premium feature)
- Test your self hosted AI service by customizing the endpoint and authorization value (premium feature)
- Voice chat with local or online AI models (premium feature)
- Create rooms with customized name and avatar (premium feature)
- Bookmark text or words

## Key features

- Run Llama, Phi, DeepSeek R1 locally
- Import Hugging Face .gguf models
- Saved chat history with iCloud sync
- Create categorized chat rooms
- Access Gemini online AI (premium)
- Test self-hosted AI services (premium)
- Voice chat with AI models (premium)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30k tokens for (gpt3.5-turbo) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Use Custom API Token Feature | $3.99 | one-time |
| Local AI Advanced Features | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-ai-local-llm-and-api-chat/id6446188667/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ログインの仕方

*2026-06-06*

どうやってログインするのかが分からない

### 5/5 — Nice way to run models locally on iOS

*2026-05-20*

Smart app for anyone interested in running models locally direct on your iOS device.

### 1/5 — Import GGUF

*2026-05-05*

The import of gguf files for the LLM model does not work, I tried to download Gemma 4B, but as I understand it, the model file simply does not select. Please fix it and I'll change my grade :)

### 1/5 — ダメそう

*2026-03-05*

実用に耐えるモデルが入ってない。(日本語で返ってこなかったり、漢字が歯抜けだったり)課金したのに外部モデルのインポートができない。(ファイル選択しても認識されてない)

### 1/5 — Upgrade please

*2025-07-26*

Hi! I’m having trouble loading a local LLM model in the app on my iPhone. I can download the model to my device, but when I select it in the app, it doesn’t save or load properly. Could you please fix this issue or let me know how to solve it? Thank you!

### 1/5 — Import GGUF

*2025-05-13*

I got the app specifically to be able to load my own GGUFs this was supporting vision, just using a Gemma 3.4 model after getting the premium and going to select the file, it doesn’t allow you to actually select it, it just keeps resetting, I don’t think the app actually has the capacity to let you run local GGUF if so, I’m doing something wrong please let me know and I’ll change the review.

### 1/5 — クラッシュ

*2025-02-10*

ローカルAIモデルはクラッシュする。動作しない。

### 1/5 — Con

*2024-12-11*

Once downloaded, there is no option to do anything before payment is required. So don’t list as free app.

## Frequently asked questions about Smart AI

### What AI models can I run with Smart AI?

Smart AI allows you to run local LLM modules such as Llama, Phi, DeepSeek R1, and LLM-jp directly on your iPhone and iPad. You can also import custom .gguf models from Hugging Face.

### Does Smart AI support iCloud sync for chat history?

Yes, Smart AI supports saving chat history to iCloud, allowing you to view your chat messages across all your devices. You can also create rooms to categorize your chats.

### What are the premium features in Smart AI?

Premium features include access to Gemini online AI services, the ability to test your self-hosted AI services by customizing endpoints, voice chat with local or online AI models, and creating rooms with custom names and avatars.

### How much does Smart AI cost?

Smart AI is available for free. However, it offers in-app purchases for premium features, allowing you to enhance your AI chat experience.

### What devices is Smart AI compatible with?

Smart AI is compatible with Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad, offering a versatile experience across your Apple ecosystem.

### When was Smart AI last updated?

The latest version of Smart AI, version 8.0, was last updated on May 2, 2025, indicating recent development and support.

### What is the age rating for Smart AI?

Smart AI has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it is intended for mature users due to the nature of AI interactions and potential content.

### How does Smart AI handle privacy with local models?

Smart AI emphasizes running AI models locally and privately on your iPhone and iPad, meaning your chat data processed by these local models stays on your device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.0 — 2025-05-02

(New) Use DeepSeek locally on your device
(New) Updated llm engine code

### 7.0 — 2024-11-05

(Fixed) Custom imported models cannot be used in chat view
(Improved) Improved UI design by moving model availabilities indicators and custom model definitions into Models tab
(New) Sharing the same model files across my other indie apps, including SoraSNS

### 6.2 — 2024-10-11

(New) Upgraded to Phi 3.5 and Llama to 3.1
(New) Added feature to verify downloaded model file to check if it is complete
(New) Added feature to check for local AI model file updates
(Revised) Improved the UI for downloading local AI models

### 6.1 — 2024-10-06

- Fixed issue with voice speak button not intractable for voice chat mode
- Fixed intent not using custom server endpoints (when provided)

### 6.0 — 2024-10-03

(New) Download local AI LLM models like Llama 3.1, Phi 3, LLM-jp to run them locally on your device and chat with them. You can download LLM models in the "Models" tab, chat with them either using the quick chat box, or by creating a chat room.
(New) Import your own LLM model file and experiment with chatting with them, you can also configure different ML parameters, prompt formats, and other data.

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