Model
Free
LM Studio
LM Studio is a desktop application for discovering, downloading, and chatting with local open-source LLMs with a polished UI and OpenAI-compatible local server.
Pricing
Free
Popularity
162
Starts at
Free
Free tier
Yes
API
Yes
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LM Studio
Desktop app for local LLMs
Free
Model browser
Chat UI
Local OpenAI-compatible API
GGUF support
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Key information
Pricing & details
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Starting at
Free
Free tier
Yes
API
Available
Open source
No
Platforms
macos · windows · linux
Capabilities
Key features
What stands out when you evaluate LM Studio.
- Model browser
- Chat UI
- Local OpenAI-compatible API
- GGUF support
- Offline use
Quick take
Best for
When LM Studio tends to make the shortlist.
- Model browser
- Chat UI
- Local OpenAI-compatible API
- GGUF support
- Free pricing with a free tier listed
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Overview
About LM Studio
Desktop app for local LLMs
Updated 2026-07-27
LM Studio is a desktop application for discovering, downloading, and chatting with local open-source LLMs with a polished UI and OpenAI-compatible local server.
Decision guide
Pros & cons
Signals from our listing for LM Studio.
Pros
- Listed as free to use
- Public API listed
- Model browser
- Chat UI
- Local OpenAI-compatible API
Cons
- Not listed as open source
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