Comparison

LocalLLM vs Node 3D

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

Head to head
About

LocalLLM

This app allows you to run powerful AI language models directly on your iPhone or iPad, ensuring complete privacy as no data is sent to the internet. Chat offline, even without Wi-Fi, and choose from a variety of curated models or utilize Apple's built-in intelligence.

Highlights
  • 100% private conversations and models on device
  • Offline chat functionality
  • Utilizes Apple Intelligence on supported devices
  • Supports a wide range of curated language models
  • Background model downloads
  • Local chat history with search and resume
  • Beginner-friendly onboarding and guidance
Features
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LocalLLM is the private AI chat app built for beginners—run powerful language models entirely on your iPhone and iPad. No cloud, no account required, and nothing you type is ever sent to the internet. Chat offline on flights, in remote areas, or anywhere without wifi. WHY LOCALLLM? Unlike cloud AI apps that send your conversations to servers, LocalLLM processes everything on your device. Your chats, your models, your data—always under your control. FEATURES • 100% PRIVATE — Conversations and models stay on your device. No data collection. No tracking. • WORKS OFFLINE — Download a model once, chat anytime without internet. • APPLE INTELLIGENCE — On supported devices (iOS 26+), use Apple's built-in on-device AI with zero download. • CURATED MODELS — Llama 3.1 & 3.2, Qwen 2.5 & Qwen 3.5, Gemma 3, DeepSeek R1, Mistral, Phi 3.5, and more. From fast 1B models to powerful 12B. • BACKGROUND DOWNLOADS — Download models while using the app. Pause, resume, or delete anytime. • CHAT HISTORY — All conversations saved locally. Browse, search, resume, or clear from Settings. • STREAMING RESPONSES — Watch replies appear in real time for a natural chat experience. • BEGINNER-FRIENDLY — Step-by-step onboarding, device check, and plain-language guidance. No jargon, no account signup. PERFECT FOR • Privacy-conscious users who want AI without sharing data • Travelers who need AI on planes and in areas with no signal • Students and professionals who want coding, writing, and brainstorming help offline • Anyone trying local AI for the first time SUPPORTED MODELS Small & fast: Llama 3.2 1B/3B, Qwen 3.5 0.8B/2B, DeepSeek R1 1.5B, Gemma 3 4B, Phi 3.5 Mini Standard: Llama 3.1 8B, Qwen 2.5/3.5 4B/7B, DeepSeek R1 8B, Mistral 7B, Gemma 2 9B Large: Qwen 3.5 122B MoE (for high-end devices) FREE vs PRO Free: One downloaded model plus Apple Intelligence when available. Pro: Unlimited models, background downloads, and future premium features. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open the app—no account needed 2. Choose Apple Intelligence or pick a model from the Models tab 3. Download your model (one-time, over wifi) 4. Chat privately, offline, anytime Run a local LLM on your iPhone. Private AI chat without the cloud. Your AI, your device, your rules. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://ai-assist-virid.vercel.app/privacypolicy.html

About

Node 3D

Features
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This app is brining mindmapping to 3D. The 3D editor in this app is easy to use. And can create 3D mindmaps easily. User can also export the mindmap to icloud, and view in browser as a file on mac or other devices.

Screenshots

LocalLLM4 screens
Node 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Node 3D at none against LocalLLM's 6. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LocalLLM sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days. Node 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
LocalLLM versus Node 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLocalLLMNode 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.117.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAzat GoktasChung Kwan Chan

In-app purchases

6 purchases

LocalLLM

Subscriptions4
  • Local LLM Weekly Pro$4.497 Days
  • Local LLM Weekly Pro$8.997 Days
  • Local LLM Monthly Pro$12.491 Month
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  • Local LLM Monthly Pro$24.991 Month
One-time2
  • Local LLM One Time Purchase$39.99
  • Local LLM One Time Purchase$79.99
None

Node 3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LocalLLM free?
LocalLLM is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Node 3D free?
Node 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LocalLLM or Node 3D have ads?
Neither LocalLLM nor Node 3D shows ads.

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