Comparison

LM Mini vs Code Companion Mobile

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

LM Mini

Chat with your locally hosted language models directly from your iPhone. This companion app connects to your LM Studio server, offering features like conversation management, context visualization, and privacy-first data handling. It also supports image generation through Automatic1111 integration.

Highlights
  • Connect to LM Studio server
  • Chat with local language models
  • Manage multiple conversations
  • Track context usage
  • Dark mode support
  • Image generation integration
Features
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Chat with LM Studio, Ollama, and oMLX from your iPhone — or run on-device models offline. Private local AI on hardware you control. No cloud chat subscription required. THREE WAYS TO USE IT 1. On-device — download a model and chat with no internet 2. Connected — LM Studio, Ollama, Jan AI, or oMLX over Wi‑Fi or USB 3. Remote — LM Mini Connect from anywhere, encrypted with your key One app for phone-side models and your desktop local setup. WHAT TO EXPECT Phone models are not the same as huge hosted models in a data center. They are smaller, and that is expected. Performance will vary by hardware. What you gain is control: offline use, private chats on your device or your home machine, and freedom to run the open models you choose. BUILT FOR - People already running LM Studio, Ollama, oMLX or Jan AI who want that stack in their pocket - People who want on-device chat when they are offline or away from Wi-Fi - People who care about keeping conversations off third-party chat servers - Researchers, builders, and privacy-minded users experimenting with local AI INSIDE THE APP - Download and run on-device models on your phone - Connect to LM Studio, Ollama, Jan AI and oMLX - Remote access through LM Mini Connect with your encryption key - Manage and download models on LM Studio from your phone - Local conversation history, folders, and context usage tracking - Personas, plus group chat with up to 5 models in one conversation - Voice chat with Kokoro - Image generation with ComfyUI and Automatic1111 - Web search through SearXNG - Memory so your AI can remember details about you - On-device semantic search across your chats - Background generation, so you don't have to sit and stare at the screen - Themes, backgrounds, and avatars - Import chats from LM Studio - Optional encrypted cloud backups - Custom servers with custom headers - Optional APIs when you want them: OpenAI, OpenRouter, Mistral, DeepSeek, Google Gemini, and more - MCP tool calling - In-app support and feature requests - Dark mode and a chat UI meant for daily use PRIVACY For local use, chats stay on your phone, or between your phone and your own computer. We don't need your conversations to make that core local path work. If you choose optional cloud APIs, those requests go to the provider you pick. SETUP On-device: a compatible phone with enough free storage and memory for the model you pick. Connected mode: LM Studio, Ollama, or oMLX on your computer, plus local network or USB access, or LM Mini Connect for remote use. Install LM Mini and keep your local AI with you. Download LM Mini today and start chatting with your local AI models privately and securely! This app uses Apple Standard EULA license and its available at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Code Companion Mobile

Features
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Code Companion helps you stay connected to your coding workflow from your iPhone. A Mac companion setup is required for core functionality. After pairing, you can review active sessions, follow progress, and receive completion notifications while away from your computer. Features: • Pair quickly with your companion using a QR code • Stay informed with background completion notifications • View and manage active coding sessions from your phone • Access setup guidance and app settings in one place • Use a clean mobile interface built for fast status checks and lightweight actions Code Companion may connect to supported third-party developer services depending on how you configure your workflow. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

LM Mini4 screens
Code Companion Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Code Companion Mobile at daily against LM Mini's every 3 days. On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LM Mini sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Code Companion Mobile sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LM Mini ships an update every 3 days, Code Companion Mobile daily. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
LM Mini versus Code Companion Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLM MiniCode Companion Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (141 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings141 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size174 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSultan HaiderSENOL DOGAN

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LM Mini

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$119.99
1 purchases

Code Companion Mobile

Subscriptions1
  • Code Companion Pro$5.991 Month

Questions

Is LM Mini free?
LM Mini is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Code Companion Mobile free?
Code Companion Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do LM Mini or Code Companion Mobile have ads?
Neither LM Mini nor Code Companion Mobile shows ads.
Which is updated more often, LM Mini or Code Companion Mobile?
LM Mini ships an update every 3 days, and Code Companion Mobile daily. Most recently, LM Mini was updated on September 24, 2026 and Code Companion Mobile on September 14, 2026.

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