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FreeListed Sep 26, 2026

LM StudioDesktop app to discover and run local LLMs.

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Element Labs Β· New York, United States

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Pricing
Free
Members
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Maker
Element Labs
Website
lmstudio.ai
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    Output quality

  • 92Excellent

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    Platforms

  • 64Fair

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At a glance

  • StrengthValue β€” Free plan, trial and the cheapest paid plan's price.
  • StrengthMomentum β€” Editorial popularity plus member upvotes.
  • WatchMomentum β€” Editorial popularity plus member upvotes.
  • WatchValue β€” Free plan, trial and the cheapest paid plan's price.

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Integrations

Documented integrations, and whether there is an API.

About

LM Studio lets you browse, download and chat with open models offline, with a local server for apps.

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FAQ

What is LM Studio?
LM Studio lets you browse, download and chat with open models offline, with a local server for apps.
Is LM Studio free?
Yes, LM Studio is free to use.
Who makes LM Studio?
LM Studio is built by Element Labs, based in New York, United States.
What can I use LM Studio for?
LM Studio is listed for local llms.

How it is scored

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  • Ease of use

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  • Output quality

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  • Value

    Free plan, trial and the cheapest paid plan's price.

  • Privacy

    Self-hosting, on-device processing and stated data use.

  • Features

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  • Integrations

    Documented integrations, and whether there is an API.

  • Platforms

    Web, desktop, mobile, browser extension, API.

  • Momentum

    Editorial popularity plus member upvotes.