Ollama
The easiest way to run LLMs locally. One-command install, one-command run. Manages model downloads, quantization, and serves a local API.
✨ Features
- One-command model download and run
- OpenAI-compatible API
- GPU acceleration (NVIDIA, AMD, Apple Silicon)
- Model library with 100+ models
- Modelfile customization
- Multi-model serving
- REST API
👍 Pros
- Dead simple to use
- Excellent Apple Silicon support
- Active community and development
- Built-in model library
- OpenAI-compatible API
👎 Cons
- Limited fine-tuning support
- No built-in web UI
- Less control over quantization options
🎯 Best For
Getting started with local AI — the simplest path from zero to running models
💬 Community Sentiment
🟢 Positive 70% positive
Based on 15 recent discussions. Community appears generally positive about Ollama.