PrivateGPT vs llama.cpp
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| Field | P PrivateGPTApache-2.0 local RAG API layer for chatting with private documents offline. | L llama.cppC/C++ runtime that made local GGUF models practical. |
|---|---|---|
| Fit. | ||
| Platforms· | Linux, macOS, Windows, Docker | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Docker· | Yes | No |
| Commercial | yes | yes |
| Catalog. | ||
| Category· | RAG and app builders | Local AI |
| License· | Apache 2.0 | MIT |
| Language· | Python | C++ |
| Jobs· | chat with docs, local RAG | run Llama, CPU inference, embed models |
| Activity. | ||
| Stars· | 58k | 87k |
| Last commit· | Sep 11, 2026 | Sep 7, 2026 |
| Last release· | — | Sep 3, 2026 |
| Links | ProjectGitHubGuide | ProjectGitHubGuide |