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LocalAI vs ShellGPT
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| Fact | LocalAI | ShellGPT |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Go | Python |
| Licence | MIT | MIT |
| Stars | 49k | 12k |
| Latest | v4.11.0 | 1.5.1 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-07-02 |
| Release cadence | about 14 days between releases | about 183 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 20+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 0 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace ChatGPT. Alternatives to ChatGPT →
PartialLocalAIOpenAI-compatible API for local text, image and audio models, on CPU or GPU.
PartialShellGPTA terminal assistant that answers questions and suggests shell commands.
LocalAI
LocalAI
✓ signed The latest release, v4.11.0, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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ShellGPT
✓ signed The latest release, 1.5.1, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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