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Open WebUI vs Jan

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SignalOpen WebUIJan
TaglineAn extensible self-hosted interface for local and hosted language models.An open-source desktop application for running and managing AI models.
CategoryDeveloper toolsDeveloper tools
PricingOpen sourceOpen source
PlatformsWeb, LinuxWindows, macOS, Linux, API
Features
  • Multi-model chat interface
  • Knowledge, tool, and administration extensions
  • Local model chat and management
  • Extensible local server and provider connections
TagsLocal AI, Open source, PrivacyLocal AI, Open source, Privacy
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Choose Open WebUI when

An extensible self-hosted interface for local and hosted language models.

Open WebUI is an extensible self-hosted interface for local and hosted language models. Its reviewed product surface includes multi-model chat interface and knowledge, tool, and administration extensions. The primary documented workflow is to provide a controlled browser interface for model conversations.

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Choose Jan when

An open-source desktop application for running and managing AI models.

Jan is an open-source desktop application for running and managing AI models. Its reviewed product surface includes local model chat and management and extensible local server and provider connections. The primary documented workflow is to use local models through a desktop interface and compatible API.

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