YourChat vs AltBot
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
YourChat
This application serves as a versatile client for interacting with various AI language models. It supports multiple backends and offers extensive customization options for prompts and modes. Future updates will introduce more API support and knowledge base functionalities.
- Supports text_generation_webui, llama.cpp, and GPT API
- Distributes or shares LLM via Subscription Link
- Offers presets and custom prompts
- Supports Chat and Completion modes
- Under development: More API and knowledge base features
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YourChat: A Powerful, Full-Platform Client that can Chat with self-hosted LLM Key Features: - Seamlessly supports both text_generation_webui, llama.cpp and GPT API - Easily distributes or shares your LLM through Subscription Link - Offers a wide range of presets and custom prompts - Supports both Chat and Completion modes More API support and knowledge base features are under development. Stay tuned! If you have any problems, please email us at dev@yourchat.app
AltBot
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AltBot is a friendly and helpful local chatbot assistant designed specifically for iOS users. Unlike other chatbots that rely on external servers or internet connectivity, AltBot runs entirely locally on your device. This means local responses, improved privacy, and reduced dependence on the internet. Whether you need assistance with simple tasks, bounce ideas, or just want to engage in friendly conversation, AltBot is here to help. AltBot - Your local chatbot companion. NOTE: Line any other Large Language Model, it could provide inaccurate/misleading information. It uses Qwen3.5-4B language model as its baseline. NOTE 2: Run this app on devices with 8GB+ RAM for the best experience, otherwise it will take a long time to respond. Recommended models: - iPhone 15 Pro - iPad Air 5th gen or later - iPad Pro with M1 or later Here are the differences between AltBot and AltBot Lite: - AltBot displays tokens as they are loaded - AltBot can stop token loading - AltBot can save/clear the chat session - AltBot uses Qwen3.5-4B (released Feb 2026) - AltBot supports English, Español & Français - AltBot Lite uses Mistral-7B (released Sep 2023) - AltBot will receive future updates, AltBot Lite remains in v1.1.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: YourChat at Free against AltBot's $19.99. YourChat also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
YourChat is free to download; AltBot costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | YourChat | AltBot |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $19.99 |
| Rating | 4.0 (10 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 10 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 3.2 GB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | ConstChar LLC | Quantaliz PTY LTD |
In-app purchases
YourChat
No in-app purchases
AltBot
No in-app purchases









