Spike Studio vs Chat with Jan AI
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spike Studio
Run powerful AI models locally on your device without cloud dependence. Enjoy private, fast responses and full control over your AI experience. Ideal for developers and AI enthusiasts seeking unlimited model usage and zero tracking.
- Run AI models locally
- No cloud dependence
- Private data processing
- Zero cloud costs
- Unlimited model usage
- Instant responses
Read full descriptionHide full description
Meet Spike Studio: AI chat on your iPhone, with a choice of where your model runs. GET STARTED WITH SPIKE CLOUD Create a free account in the app, verify your email, and start chatting. You do not need a computer or your own server. Free usage limits apply. This version offers no in-app subscriptions or purchases. USE YOUR OWN MODELS Connect an OpenAI-compatible server, including LM Studio, or download an on-device model on a supported iPhone. These options do not require a Spike account. Model downloads need available storage, and on-device performance depends on your iPhone and the selected model. CONNECT YOUR COMPUTER Use an account-linked Runtime from Spike Studio on your computer, and follow Agent work from your iPhone. Computer and Runtime setup are required for these optional features. KEEP YOUR CONVERSATIONS TOGETHER Sign in with the same Spike account across devices to sync encrypted conversations. Organize chats in projects and choose tools for the task at hand. Tools that use iPhone features request the relevant permissions. Cloud chats are processed by Spike Cloud; on-device models run on your iPhone; a connected server processes the chats you send to it. Choose the option that fits your needs.
Chat with Jan AI
Read full descriptionHide full description
Chat with Jan AI AI Chatbot & Smart Writing Assistant Welcome to Chat with Jan AI Chat with Jan AI is an intelligent chatbot powered by advanced language processing technology. It helps you write content, generate ideas, and have natural conversations. Subscription Required Chat with Jan AI requires an active subscription to access its features. There is no free version of the app. Features • AI-powered conversations • Writing assistance for emails, essays, and more • Personalized responses • Wide range of supported topics • Simple and easy-to-use interface Subscription Information • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings Support: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1htxw8IgiINx7BuHocdZ8dpQ13bSmEsbME_LBLjazw7E/edit Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lxHMnlALxfN91T-4Ho09udyof3WzzGOAkx6Y4mdht68/edit?usp=sharing Mail: bafokedo@icloud.com
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Spike Studio at 3.1 against Chat with Jan AI's 1.0. Spike Studio also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (11 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Chat with Jan AI sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Spike Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.
Spike Studio holds the better App Store score, 3.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spike Studio has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | Spike Studio | Chat with Jan AI |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.1 (11 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 118 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jan Stellmann | GABRIELLE FLORES |
In-app purchases
Spike Studio
No in-app purchases
Chat with Jan AI
- Premium Weekly Subscription$6.997 Days
- Premium Weekly Trial Subscription3 Days trial$6.997 Days
