Popularity
★ 11k
Last update
August 2026
License / pricing
AGPL-3.0
Category
Local AI
What it does
A KoboldAI-flavored llama.cpp with a rich interface for roleplay, adventures and creative writing.
Summary based on the project's own description. The Japanese page has a fuller beginner guide: setup difficulty, what to prepare, and a step-by-step start.
Screenshots & visuals
Before you start
- Setup difficultyEasy to start
- Command lineNot required
- API keyNot required
- Sends data onlineNo
Judged automatically from the project's own metadata. Always confirm on the official page.
KoboldCpp FAQ
- Is KoboldCpp free?
- Yes. It runs on your own machine, so there is no usage-based cost either.
- Do I need to install anything or write code to use KoboldCpp?
- You install it like a normal desktop app. No command line involved.
- Does KoboldCpp work on a phone?
- No. It needs a computer.
- Can I use KoboldCpp commercially?
- The licence is AGPL-3.0. Using it commercially is fine, but if you distribute something built on it you may be required to release that under the same licence. Keep it internal, or check before distributing.
How it compares
The conditions that decide whether you can actually use it, side by side.
| Tool | Command line | API key | Sends data out | Phone | Commercial use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KoboldCpp (this page) | Not needed | Not needed | No | No | Yes |
| llamafile | Required | Not needed | No | No | Yes |
| GPT4All | Not needed | Not needed | No | No | Yes |
| Jan | Not needed | Not needed | No | No | Yes |
"Sends data out" means your input is uploaded to someone's server. Pick "No" when the material cannot leave your organisation.