# Talky: LLM Playground — The LLM App Nobody Asked For

> AI chat client with advanced LLM control, customization, and cross-platform sync. (iPhone/iPad app by 弓 张.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talky-llm-playground/id6446136018 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [弓 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1040146639)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 73 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Japanese
- Released: 2023-03-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talky-llm-playground/id6446136018/reviews.md

## What is Talky?

Talky is an AI chat client for users who want more control over their conversations with LLMs. It supports OpenAI's GPT series models and DeepSeek models, with features including vision capabilities, image generation, and function calling. You can also connect your own custom models or use third-party LLM service providers. The app offers direct access to these models with full transparency and customization options.

### Key Features ###

** Full Control **
You can adjust system prompts, context length, and temperature settings, and save them as reusable roles. You can also edit conversation history, including modifying AI responses, for flexible experimentation. All requests are sent directly to your chosen model without modifications or downgrading.

** Local Storage + iCloud Sync **
Conversations are stored on your device and synced through your private iCloud account.

** Shortcuts Support **
Use Shortcuts to send messages to specific conversations and get responses. Interact with LLMs from Control Center, Share Sheet, Action Button, or Siri.

** Plugins **
Built-in plugins include web browsing, web search, document content reading, chat notes, and other useful tools. Additionally, Talky supports a Health plugin that can read health data from HealthKit.

** Cross-Platform **
Native apps for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS with seamless sync.

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### Free Trial and Subscription ###

Talky's basic features are free, with a certain amount of free AI usage to get you started. You can also subscribe to Talky's membership service to access various models, including GPT and DeepSeek models. Auto-renewable subscriptions can be managed in the app's settings. Payment will be charged to your App Store account upon confirmation. To stop the subscription, you need to manually turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends.

Privacy Policy: https://gongzhang.io/app/talky/en/privacy
Terms of Use: https://gongzhang.io/app/talky/en/terms

## Key features

- Advanced LLM control
- Vision and image generation
- Customizable system prompts
- Edit conversation history
- Local storage and iCloud sync
- Shortcuts integration
- Built-in and custom plugins

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Talky Membership | $4.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talky-llm-playground/id6446136018/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 功能建议

*2023-06-20*

1. 能否加入azure openai api的入口
2. 输入法插件也很常用，建议添加

**Developer response:** 你好！最新1.2版可以设置自定义的API请求地址，另外可以通过长按对话气泡来重新编辑和提交消息。感谢提供优化建议，另外两点还在开发中。

### 5/5 — 很不错，比opencat好使

*2023-05-17*

非常简洁，还免费，开发者是好人！
opencat返回长代码的时候会严重卡顿

### 5/5 — Great ChatGPT/OpenAI Alternative

*2023-04-20*

All I can say is this app‘a UI/UX is smooth compared to others. I love this app for its use of OpenAI API, saving me $20/month vs ChatGPT Plus. Customizing prompts for each conversation is intuitive and useful. It would be great if the developer added preset prompts and the option to save custom prompts. Integrating the iOS share menu or shortcut integration to share URLs/text from other apps to Talky in the next version would be an excellent addition.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! Talky will have a powerful custom command feature. Stay tuned!

### 5/5 — 近乎完美

*2023-04-16*

有编辑和重新生成对话的功能，已经超过99%的同类产品了。但是唯独缺少一个清空对话的功能。有时候想反复调试system message就非常需要这个功能

**Developer response:** 谢谢反馈！我会看看怎样把清空对话这个功能做得超过所有其他同类产品 :)

### 4/5 — 很棒，希望继续优化

*2023-04-09, version 1.0*

1.希望能加入使用自己的代理地址，类似opencat那样
2. 答案生成过程中能中断
3. 能对自己的问题进行重新编辑和提交，类似官方web那样
4. 语音播放能自定义api

### 5/5 — 求上大陆地区，以及增加多一点有感情的TTS语音

*2023-04-07*

同题

**Developer response:** 你好！感谢反馈，后面可能会加入微软的TTS语音。中国大陆预计短时间内不会上架了，因为相关法规和OpenAI的使用条款都不支持 :(

### 1/5 — Scam or not scam

*2023-04-05*

Developer says this app using openai but it is not.  I ask the ai if it is powered by openai and it told me it is not powered by openai. Interestingly if I removed my openai api I can’t get answer from ai as it does function. So I am very confused.

**Developer response:** Hello! Talky does indeed only use OpenAI's GPT model for conversation. You can confirm this with any network tool or privacy tool built into iOS. (Sometimes the AI model itself may get confused.)

## Frequently asked questions about Talky

### What is Talky?

Talky is an AI chat client that provides users with extensive control over their conversations with large language models. It supports various models and offers features like vision, image generation, and function calling.

### What models does Talky support?

Talky supports OpenAI's GPT series models and DeepSeek models. It also allows users to connect their own custom models or use third-party LLM service providers.

### Can I customize my AI conversations in Talky?

Yes, Talky allows you to adjust system prompts, context length, and temperature settings, and save them as reusable roles. You can also edit conversation history, including modifying AI responses.

### How are my conversations stored in Talky?

Conversations are stored locally on your device and synced privately through your iCloud account, ensuring your data remains secure and accessible across your Apple devices.

### Does Talky have ads?

No, Talky does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What is the subscription cost for Talky?

The 'Talky Membership' subscription costs $4.99 per month. This membership provides access to various models, including GPT and DeepSeek models.

### How do I cancel my Talky subscription?

To stop your auto-renewable subscription, you need to manually turn off auto-renewal in the app's settings at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends.

### What platforms is Talky available on?

Talky offers native applications for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, with seamless synchronization between these platforms.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.13.1 — 2026-08-10

- Fixed an issue where an unexpected system shutdown could corrupt the local database

### 2.13 — 2026-07-16

- Added support for GPT-5.6 series models

### 2.12.2 — 2026-06-15

- Fixed minor issues

### 2.12.1 — 2026-05-13

- Fixed minor issues

### 2.12 — 2026-05-10

- Added support for GPT-5.4, GPT-5.5, and DeepSeek V4 series models

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