# Jan

> Chat with locally hosted or cloud language models in an open-source app.

Jan helps users chat with locally hosted or cloud language models in an open-source app. The product supports local model support and cloud model connections. Starting points include compare assistant models and set up a desktop AI workspace. Check the supported integrations, permissions, model charges, and review controls. Start with a bounded test task and inspect the actions and outputs before using the workflow more widely.

## Quick facts

- Categories: AI Assistant
- Official site: https://www.jan.ai/
- Last checked: 2026-09-25

## Key features

- Local model support
- Cloud model connections

## Use cases

- Compare assistant models
- Set up a desktop AI workspace

## Links

- Nextool.ai page: https://nextool.ai/tools/jan/
- Alternatives: https://nextool.ai/alternatives/jan/

Source: Nextool.ai (https://nextool.ai/tools/jan/). Pricing and features change; confirm on the provider's site before relying on them.