LocalAI desktop client for self-hosted AI. 100% private, local-first with multi-provider support, organized chats, search & hybrid cloud workflows.
Askimo transforms LocalAI from a simple chat interface into a full AI studio — with RAG, code block execution, MCP tool integrations, and multi-provider switching.
Connect to your LocalAI instance with complete control over your AI infrastructure and data.
All conversations and data stay on your infrastructure. Perfect for enterprise and sensitive workloads.
Run unlimited AI conversations on your own hardware without per-token API costs.
Use LocalAI for private tasks and seamlessly switch to cloud providers when needed.
Connect once. Every conversation is stored locally on your machine, searchable, exportable, and available offline. You own your history.
Add your LocalAI credentials in Settings. Askimo connects through the official API. No middleman, no data stored on Askimo servers.
Chat is just the start. Index your docs with RAG, connect tools via MCP, run local agents with Skills, and automate workflows with AI Plans. (RAG, MCP, Skills, AI Plans)
LocalAI is one of many. Switch to Ollama for private tasks, Claude for long documents, or Gemini for speed. All in the same interface, no extra setup.
Index your docs, code, and notes. AI answers grounded in your own knowledge base, not the open internet.
AI agents that read files, run commands, call APIs, and execute git operations. Not just chat.
Run AI agents directly on your local files and project directories via Gemini CLI, Claude Code or Codex CLI.
Chain multiple AI prompts into automated workflows. Each step builds on the last: research, analyse, write, all in one run.
A fair, side-by-side look at what Askimo AI Studio adds on top of the standard LocalAI access — acknowledging what each does well.
| Feature | Askimo App AI Studio | LocalAI Standard Access |
|---|---|---|
| Native desktop app (no browser) | Web UI only | |
| RAG — index & search your documents | ||
| Code block execution (Python, Bash, Node) | ||
| MCP tools (file, git, web, APIs) | ||
| AI Plans — multi-step AI workflows | ||
| Multi-provider switching (cloud + local) | ||
| CLI interface for scripting | ||
| Persistent conversation history & search | Limited | |
| Run models locally (100% private) | ||
| Model parameter controls (temp, context…) | ||
| Markdown & code rendering |
✓ = included · ✗ = not available · text = partial or different approach. Based on publicly documented features as of 2026.
See how different users benefit from using Askimo App with LocalAI.
Run your own AI infrastructure with LocalAI and manage it through a beautiful desktop interface.
Keep all AI interactions within your organization's network while maintaining a modern user experience.
Use LocalAI for sensitive data and cloud providers for general tasks, switching seamlessly as needed.
"Great way to manage my LocalAI setup with the flexibility to use cloud providers too."
— Askimo App User
Common questions about using LocalAI with Askimo App.
Yes. Askimo is a graphical interface that works with your existing LocalAI installation. You need LocalAI running on your system or network, either locally or on a server you control. Askimo connects to it via its API endpoint — the same way any OpenAI-compatible client would.
Yes. Askimo lets you use LocalAI for private or sensitive tasks and switch to cloud providers like OpenAI or Claude when you need higher model capacity or different capabilities — all in one app. This hybrid approach is one of the most practical patterns for teams with mixed privacy requirements.
Yes. LocalAI runs entirely on your infrastructure and Askimo stores conversation history locally. No data is sent to any external server. This makes LocalAI with Askimo suitable for enterprise environments, regulated industries, or any use case where data sovereignty is a requirement.
LocalAI supports a wider range of model formats than most local runners, including GGUF, GPTQ, RWKV, and others. It also supports image generation and speech-to-text, making it a versatile self-hosted AI backend. Any model LocalAI can serve, Askimo can chat with.
Askimo App isn't limited to LocalAI. Connect multiple providers and switch based on your needs.
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