Jan
Jan is an open-source desktop chat assistant distributed for Mac/Windows/Linux that runs local models by default, can call cloud models when needed, and offers a separate Jan Agent you can run on your own VM or container. It includes a model Hub to browse and install models for your hardware.
The linked official pages do not list plan prices.Is Jan right for you?
Good for
- Founders who want a locally runnable, open-source chat assistant that can fall back to cloud models when larger models are required.
- Open-source distribution with large install base and downloadable desktop packages.
- Supports fully local models that run offline without an API key, suitable for on-device privacy.
Keep in mind
- Persistent memory features are not yet available according to the documentation.
- If you require documented commercial pricing, enterprise SLAs, or explicit hardware minimums, confirm those details with the vendor because linked official pages do not list them.
Pricing and plan limits
No plan names, currency amounts, or billing commitments appear in the documentation; pricing and commercial licensing details are not provided on the linked official pages.
More about capabilities and limits
Documented strengths
Open-source distribution with large install base and downloadable desktop packages.
Supports fully local models that run offline without an API key, suitable for on-device privacy.
Provides a separable Jan Agent you can run on your own VM or container for self-hosting.
Limitations to consider
Persistent memory features are not yet available according to the documentation.
Choosing a plan
Test Jan on your target hardware and run the Jan Agent in your intended environment to confirm local-model performance, acceptable resource needs, and self-hosting fit before committing.
Based on the linked product documentation.
Available on
Desktop.
Official sources
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