Localito Buddy is a simple yet powerful AI chat client for the local AI server LM Studio. It offers a comfortable experience on Mac and Windows for AI chat, RAG, and voice input. Designed to minimize complex setup, it combines instant usability with the scalability to support everything from daily use to high-level integration.
An AI chat client designed for local LLMs
Designed with privacy in mind for local LLM usage, all data handled by AI chat and RAG is stored within the user’s local environment. ・Chat history Management ・AI-Powered Auto-Naming ・Selectable Models from LM Studio - Switch models seamlessly even mid-conversation ・Meta-Prompt Support(Configure and save unique prompts for each model) ・On-device Voice Recognition (when available on macOS) ・LM Studio API Authentication Support -Secure access control for your local server ・Multilingual UI (English/Japanese) – More languages planned for future update
Built-in RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
Powerful RAG Capabilities Leverage Retrieval-Augmented Generation to get precise answers from your local data.
Supported Formats: PDF, Text, Rich Text (RTF), Word, Excel, CSV, HTML, Markdown, EPUB, JSON.
Image Support: Extracts content from JPEG, PNG, and TIFF files.
Multimodal Capabilities with Vision LLMs
Vision LLM Integration & Hybrid RAG Localito Buddy supports Vision LLMs to comprehend images, charts, and diagrams within your documents.
・Optimized Content Analysis: Use pre-configured reading presets to extract and structure information perfectly, or create your own custom prompts. ・Advanced Hybrid RAG for PDFs: For PDF files, the system analyzes visual elements (images/figures) in direct correlation with the surrounding text. This “Hybrid RAG” approach enables the AI to provide significantly more sophisticated and context-aware responses.
Extend Capabilities with MCP Support
Beyond Chat: Extensible Tool Use via MCP Unlock the full potential of your local LLM with Model Context Protocol support.
・Unified Tool Access: Call any MCP server registered in LM Studio to perform advanced tasks. ・Enhanced Capabilities: Go beyond conversation with specialized tools for database queries, API calls, and file operations. ・In-App Management: Conveniently register, manage, and toggle MCP servers without leaving the client.
Full Access. No Ads.
Try Before You Buy Experience every feature of Localito Buddy for free! The only limitation is a maximum of two saved chat histories. One-Time Purchase – No Subscription. Your support via a one-time payment helps fund ongoing development and long-term support. If you love the app, please consider purchasing!