RecurseChat
Chat privately with local and cloud AI models offline
Available On
Desktop
Target Audience
- MacOS power users
- Privacy-conscious professionals
- Researchers analyzing sensitive documents
- Content creators needing offline AI
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Overview
RecurseChat is a macOS app that lets you use AI chat completely offline with local models or connect to services like ChatGPT. It works with documents like PDFs without uploading them, keeps your data private, and requires no technical setup. Perfect for users who want AI assistance without relying on internet access or cloud services.
Key Features
Offline Chat
Use AI models locally without internet connection
Document RAG
Chat with PDF/markdown files using local processing
Multi-Model Chats
Combine different AI models in one conversation
Full Text Search
Instantly find messages across thousands of chats
MacOS Security
Sandboxed app protects your data and privacy
Use Cases
Chat with PDFs offline
Draft content with multiple AI models
Research documents privately
Discuss images using visual AI
Code assistance without cloud dependency
Pros & Cons
Pros
- True offline functionality with local models
- No data leaves your computer with local processing
- Simplified setup compared to other LLM clients
- Native macOS integration with keyboard shortcuts
Cons
- MacOS-only (no Windows/Linux support)
- Requires local model management for advanced use
- One-time purchase model vs subscription updates
Pricing Plans
MacOS License
one-timeFeatures
- All local AI features
- Lifetime updates
- Priority support
- Cross-device sync
Pricing may have changed
For the most up-to-date pricing information, please visit the official website.
Visit websiteFrequently Asked Questions
Can I use this completely offline?
Yes, RecurseChat works fully offline with local LLMs like GGUF models
How does document chat work?
Files are processed locally using built-in RAG with local vector databases
Can I use ChatGPT with this?
Yes, supports both local models and cloud services like ChatGPT/Claude
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