NextChat
Cross-platform AI chat app supporting multiple model providers
Free alternative to ChatGPT Plus · Claude Pro
Screenshot from the project’s own README · tap to enlarge
NextChat is a fast and lightweight chat client for AI models like GPT-4, Claude, Gemini, and DeepSeek. You can use it as a web app, download desktop and mobile apps, or self-host your own copy. All your conversation data is stored locally on your device.
✓ Good for
Anyone wanting a clean interface for various AI models✕ Skip it if
People who already use standard official ChatGPT apps happilyHow to start
- Visit nextchat.club or install the desktop app
- Add your own API key in settings
- Start chatting with your selected model
Requires your own AI model API key or service subscription
Not sure how to install, or if it’s safe? Read the beginner guide
FAQ
Is NextChat free?
Yes, NextChat is free and open-source under the MIT license, but you must provide your own API key to chat with AI models.
Is NextChat safe to download?
It is open source (MIT license) with 88,960 GitHub stars, last updated 2026-10-20. Download only from the official link on this page, and scan the file before installing: see the safety checklist in our beginner guide.
Where are my chat conversations stored?
All your conversation history and settings are stored locally on your own device for privacy.
Compiled from the project README. 88,960 GitHub stars (2026-11-13) · License MIT · Last update 2026-10-20