Best Local AI Chat Apps

236+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated June 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the local ai chat category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 236+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Local AI Chat

Locally AI by LM Studio#1

Locally AI by LM Studio by Element Labs Inc

Offline & Private AI Assistant
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
4.7😊(1.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app allows you to run powerful AI models directly on your iPhone or iPad without an internet connection. Enjoy complete privacy as no data is collected or sent to servers. It's optimized for Apple devices, offering fast and private AI interactions.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 👍 Polished and user-friendly UI
  • 🔒 Good privacy policy
  • 🚀 Runs models quickly on device

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't work without internet connection
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
Local AI Chat - pocket#2

Local AI Chat - pocket by Rica Harz

Local Offline Private AI Chat
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.4(62 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app allows you to run powerful AI language and image models entirely offline on your device. It prioritizes your privacy with no data collection or internet connection required. Personalize your experience and integrate with shortcuts for seamless local AI interaction.

Chatbox - Powerful AI Client#3

Chatbox - Powerful AI Client by 2.5 HK LIMITED

All in One AI Client
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.6😐(486 ratings)
Free
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This application acts as a universal client, connecting you to leading AI models across various devices. It offers features like code assistance, image generation, and smart file understanding, all while prioritizing local data storage for privacy.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good customization options
  • 🚀 Works well with local LLMs
  • 💡 Supports multiple API formats
  • 🔒 Privacy-focused (account-free)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Local network access issues on iOS
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems with older iOS versions
  • 🐛 Streaming response issues

More Local AI Chat apps to explore

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Secret AI: Local AI Chat
Secret AI: Local AI Chat
Secret AI: Local AI Chat
Private Offline LLM Assistant
Free

Experience private, offline AI chat with custom characters and no internet required. This app processes all conversations and data locally on your device, ensuring complete privacy and anonymity. It supports various advanced AI engines and offers voice control via Siri shortcuts.

Private offline AI chatCustom AI charactersNo internet connection required
📊 Productivity
(41)
free with in-app purchases
5
MLX Studio: Local AI Chat
MLX Studio: Local AI Chat
MLX Studio: Local AI Chat
Private On-Device AI Assistant
Free

Experience private AI chat on your Apple devices with this app. It runs entirely on-device, offering 100% privacy and offline functionality. Choose from pre-configured models or import your own, with smart memory and RAM management for efficient conversations.

100% Private On-Device ProcessingSupports 15+ Pre-configured MLX ModelsImport Custom Models from HuggingFace
📊 Productivity
(2)
free
6
Local AI Chat - Locra
Local AI Chat - Locra
Local AI Chat - Locra
Private, Offline AI Assistant
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF
🔧 Utilities
(0)
7
Enclave - Local AI Assistant
Enclave - Local AI Assistant
Enclave - Local AI Assistant
Anonymous, Offline, Private AI
Free

This app provides a private AI assistant that runs entirely on your device, allowing you to chat with various open-source models offline. It offers features like voice chat, iMessage integration, and document analysis, with an optional subscription for cloud-based models.

Runs hundreds of open-source AI models locallyOffline chat and voice conversationsiMessage extension for private message drafting
📊 Productivity
(801)
freemium
8
Grok AI
Grok AI
Grok AI
The real-time AI assistant
Free

This AI assistant provides fast, truthful answers and can perform deep web research. It generates striking images and videos from text or voice prompts, and can analyze uploaded content. Engage in conversations with personalized AI companions and access real-time information from X.

AI-powered Q&A and web researchAI image and video generationVoice mode with live camera
📊 Productivity
(1.3M)
free with in-app purchases
9
Liquid Apollo
Liquid Apollo
Liquid Apollo
Fast, private, and reliable AI
Free
$5.99 | 100% OFF

Access a wide range of AI language models, both locally on your device and through cloud APIs. This app allows you to chat with open-source models, connect to your own hosted LLMs, or utilize services like OpenRouter for broad model access.

Local LLM supportOpenRouter integrationCustom backend connections
🔧 Utilities
(533)
free
10
Offline AI - Private Chat
Offline AI - Private Chat
Offline AI - Private Chat
Private Local AI on Your Phone
Free

Run powerful AI models directly on your device without an internet connection. Your conversations remain private, as all data stays on your iPhone. Explore and download various AI models, customize chat personas, and even perform web searches for up-to-date information.

On-device AI model executionComplete offline functionalityPrivate by design, no data leaves device
🔧 Utilities
(8)
freemium
11
Local AI Chat
Local AI Chat
Local AI Chat
Create Your AI Cat On-Device
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
12
Pacachat - Local AI Chat
Pacachat - Local AI Chat
Pacachat - Local AI Chat
Private Local AI Chat
Free

Chat with open-source AI models running on your local Ollama server. This app offers a private and intuitive interface for developers and enthusiasts to experiment with AI, compare model responses, and tweak parameters without data leaving your device.

Connect to local Ollama serverSwitch between AI modelsCompare AI model responses
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1)
free
13
Local AI Chat - SmartFruit
Local AI Chat - SmartFruit
Local AI Chat - SmartFruit
Private Offline AI Chatbot
Free

This app offers a private, offline AI chatbot experience using on-device language models. It supports various text generation tasks and provides code examples for developers. Chats can be archived after a one-time purchase.

Offline AI chatOn-device language modelText generation tasks
📊 Productivity
(2)
free with in-app purchases
14
Pal Chat - AI Chat Client
Pal Chat - AI Chat Client
Pal Chat - AI Chat Client
Powerful AI chat playground
Free

This app acts as a universal AI chat client, supporting a wide range of models and features like image input, image generation, and offline capabilities. It offers a private and secure experience with no data collection and no ads.

Supports all major AI modelsImage input and generationOffline local model support
📊 Productivity
(396)
free with in-app purchases
15
CHAI: Social AI Platform- Chat
CHAI: Social AI Platform- Chat
CHAI: Social AI Platform- Chat
Build and Share AI
Free

Engage in dynamic conversations with AI chatbots that mimic real characters, complete with authentic voices. Create your own characters or explore a vast community library. Generate unique images from text prompts for endless creative exploration.

AI chatbot conversationsCharacter creationCommunity character library
🎬 Entertainment
(260K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Private LLM - Local AI Chat
Private LLM - Local AI Chat
Private LLM - Local AI Chat
Local Offline Private AI Chat
$4.99
$9.99 | 50% OFF

This AI assistant runs entirely on your device, ensuring all your conversations remain private and offline. Choose from a wide variety of open-source language models and customize interactions for personalized assistance.

On-device AI processingWide selection of open-source LLMsOffline functionality
🔧 Utilities
(627)
paid
17
Local AI Chat Assistant - Noda
Local AI Chat Assistant - Noda
Local AI Chat Assistant - Noda
Offline Private Calendar Web
Free

This AI assistant manages your calendar, searches the web, and handles tasks entirely on your device. It prioritizes privacy, working offline without requiring an account or collecting data. Analyze photos, reason through complex questions, and chat with your files securely.

Offline calendar managementPrivate web searchTask and reminder handling
📊 Productivity
(17)
free
18
Local AI Chat - Local LLM
Local AI Chat - Local LLM
Local AI Chat - Local LLM
Locally AI Chat, Offline AI
Free

Engage in private conversations with powerful AI models that run entirely on your device. Process images, listen to responses, and even import your own models, all without an internet connection. Your data remains secure and private, with no servers or cloud involvement.

Offline AI chatOn-device LLM processingImage analysis and OCR
🔧 Utilities
(1)
freemium
19
Linky AI: AI Chat&Char Maker
Linky AI: AI Chat&Char Maker
Linky AI: AI Chat&Char Maker
talk, roleplay, and connect
Free

Engage in natural conversations with AI chatbots powered by advanced technology. Explore a wide array of unique characters from various themes, each with distinct personalities and communication styles. The app supports multiple languages and adapts to user preferences for improved interaction.

Diverse AI character interactionsContinuously improving conversationsMulti-language support
🌐 Social Networking
(7.5K)
free with in-app purchases
20
BALA AI: Create, Chat, Talk
BALA AI: Create, Chat, Talk
BALA AI: Create, Chat, Talk
Private, Customizable, 24/7 AI
Free

Create and interact with billions of unique AI characters, fully customizable to your imagination. Enjoy private, 24/7 conversations without queues, in your own language, within an unbiased environment. Build your personal AI kingdom and express yourself freely.

Customizable AI charactersBillions of AI characters available24/7 chat availability
🎬 Entertainment
(6.2K)
freemium

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