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Alpaca vs Jan
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| Fact | Alpaca | Jan |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | Rust |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | Other |
| Stars | 1.6k | 45k |
| Latest | 9.2.5 | v0.8.4 |
| Last push | 2026-10-02 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 27 days between releases | about 15 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 5 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 12+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace ChatGPT. Alternatives to ChatGPT →
PartialAlpacaA GNOME desktop app for chatting with local models through Ollama.
PartialJanDesktop app that downloads open models and runs them offline, or calls a hosted API.
Alpaca
unsigned The latest release, 9.2.5, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Jan
✓ signed The latest release, v0.8.4, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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