Comparison

Nex vs LocalAI

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

Head to head
About

Nex

Features
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Nex-Bridge is the dedicated mobile management tool for your self-hosted local AI Agents. It bridges the gap between your mobile device and your desktop's local server, offering a seamless experience for developers and power users. IMPORTANT: This app is a connection tool only. It does not provide built-in AI models or generation services. You must have your own Local Gateway running on your computer to use this app. 【Core Features】 Secure Cloud Relay Access your local agents (like Clawdbot) from anywhere in the world. Our End-to-End Encrypted WebSocket relay service breaks through local network restrictions, allowing you to control your home server without complex VPN setups. AI Kanban Board More than just a chat interface. Nex-Bridge automatically parses task-related content from your agent's responses and organizes them into a visual Kanban board. Drag and drop tasks between "Todo", "Doing", and "Done" to keep your workflow moving. Native Performance Built with native iOS technologies, offering a smooth, responsive interface designed specifically for mobile task management. Privacy First (End-to-End Encryption) Zero-Knowledge Architecture. Your data is encrypted locally before transmission. The server only stores ciphertext, and your decryption keys/passwords are stored exclusively on your local device. We cannot access your data even if we wanted to. 【How to Use】 Set up and run the compatible Local Gateway on your desktop computer. Generate your connection Token. Enter the Token in Nex-Bridge to establish a secure, encrypted link. Start chatting and managing tasks remotely!

About

LocalAI

Features
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Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ LocalAI is a powerful AI intelligent assistant. Fully offline operation, no network connection required, 100% protects your privacy. Supports voice input, multi-session management, and cross-platform experience.

Screenshots

Nex4 screens
LocalAI3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nex at none against LocalAI's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. LocalAI sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Nex asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Nex versus LocalAI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNexLocalAI
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac β€” better
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB2.6 GB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShenzhen Huisheng Computer Technology Co.,LtdWeigan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Nex

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

LocalAI

Subscriptions2
  • Upgrade to Monthly VIP3 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Upgrade to Yearly VIP7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Upgrade to Lifetime VIP$29.99

Questions

Is Nex free?
Nex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LocalAI free?
LocalAI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Nex or LocalAI have ads?
Neither Nex nor LocalAI shows ads.

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