Comparison

OpenClient vs Problem Logger

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

Head to head
About

OpenClient

This AI chat client connects to your self-hosted LLM servers, supporting various models and multimodal conversations. It offers features like real-time streaming, document attachment, and iCloud sync across devices. Enjoy a private chat experience without mandatory subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Connects to self-hosted LLM servers
  • Supports LiteLLM, Ollama, and OpenAI-compatible servers
  • Real-time streaming responses with Markdown/code rendering
  • Multimodal conversations with photo/document attachment
  • iCloud sync across Apple devices
  • Export conversations to JSON
  • Prompt template library
Features
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OpenClient is an independent AI chat client for professionals and developers who run their own LLM infrastructure. Connect it to your self-hosted server and chat with your models, without mandatory subscriptions. Compatible with LiteLLM, Ollama, and OpenAI-compatible servers. Supports many popular model families, including GPT, Claude, Llama, Gemini, Mistral, and more. Chat • Real-time streaming responses with Markdown and code block rendering • Collapsible Thinking section for supported reasoning models • Attach photos, camera captures, and PDF documents for multimodal conversations • Drag and drop text, images, and files from other apps (Split View, Stage Manager, Finder on macOS) • Dictate messages with Speech-to-Text and listen with Text-to-Speech • Web search through the search provider configured on your server • Tool-calling support for models that provide function calling • MCP (Model Context Protocol) tools, browse, enable, and use external tools from MCP servers like GitHub, databases, and more, configured on your LiteLLM server • Favourite messages to bookmark and revisit quickly • Per-conversation system prompt and model parameters (temperature, max tokens, top-p) Conversations • Full conversation history with search, pins, and tags • Branch from any message to explore alternatives, then edit and regenerate • Media & Files gallery to browse all attached images and documents • Share content from any app directly into a new conversation via Share Sheet • Apple Shortcuts integration: New Chat, Search Chats, Send File to Chat • Home Screen widgets: New Chat, Search, Quick Actions, Conversations Overview • Control Center button: start a new chat from Control Center • iCloud sync across your Apple devices • Export conversations to JSON • Token usage per message and estimated conversation cost Models • Browse available models with capability badges (vision, tools, JSON mode) • Model detail sheet with context window, pricing, provider, and capabilities • Voice selector for Text-to-Speech models • Switch models per conversation Personalization • Prompt template library for recurring workflows • User profile to provide name and context • Memory to save facts and preferences, synced via iCloud On macOS • Menu bar companion for quick access without opening the main window Privacy • OpenClient does not operate a backend service for your chats. Your requests are sent to the server you configure. • OpenClient does not include advertising SDKs or third-party analytics trackers. This project is licensed under the GNU Affero General Public License v3.0: https://github.com/ArtCC/openclient-llm Privacy Policy: https://arturocarreterocalvo.com/openclient-llm/privacy Terms of Use: https://arturocarreterocalvo.com/openclient-llm/terms OpenClient is an independent client and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the model or platform providers referenced above.

About

Problem Logger

Easily log and track recurring issues over time with a private, dated timeline. Ideal for recording symptoms, home repairs, or any situation where knowing when an event occurred is important. Keep your records secure and local on your device.

Highlights
  • Create dated timelines of events
  • Log incidents in seconds
  • Set optional reminders
  • Review timelines over days/weeks/months
  • Local device storage
  • App lock for privacy
Features
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Problem Logger helps you keep a simple, private record of things that happen over time. Create a problem, tap Log Now, and build a dated timeline. It works for recurring pain, noisy neighbours, home repair issues, car faults, workplace incidents, care notes, or any situation where knowing when something happened is useful. Why people use Problem Logger: • Keep a dated timeline of recurring or occasional problems • Record when something happened in seconds • Set optional reminders so you remember to check in • Review your timeline over days, weeks, or months • Keep records local on your device • Use Face ID or Touch ID app lock for extra privacy Useful for: • Symptoms, pain, sleep issues or side effects • Noise, neighbour or nuisance records • Landlord, home repair or maintenance problems • Vehicle, appliance or device faults • Workplace incidents or recurring concerns • Pet, family or care-related observations • Any problem where a clear record helps Problem Logger is flexible. It is not limited to one type of problem and does not force you into a medical, legal, or complaint workflow. Start with a timestamp and build a clear personal record over time. Privacy first: • No account required • Logs are stored locally on your device • App lock support is available Problem Logger does not provide medical, legal, or professional advice. It helps you keep a personal record that you can review when needed.

Screenshots

OpenClient4 screens
Problem Logger4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: OpenClient at Free against Problem Logger's $9.99. Problem Logger's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.6). On ads 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

OpenClient is free to download; Problem Logger costs $9.99 up front. OpenClient sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Problem Logger asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
OpenClient versus Problem Logger: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenClientProblem Logger
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.9 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.618.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size244 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArturo Carretero CalvoThomas Richardson

In-app purchases

5 purchases

OpenClient

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Support$2.991 Month
  • Annual Support$8.991 Year
One-time3
  • Small Coffee$2.99
  • Medium Coffee$3.99
  • Big Coffee$8.99
None

Problem Logger

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is OpenClient free?
OpenClient is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Problem Logger free?
Problem Logger costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do OpenClient or Problem Logger have ads?
Neither OpenClient nor Problem Logger shows ads.

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