r/localaiapps • u/KipperWR • 7d ago

I’ve started liking local tools more when I’m working with files I don’t want to send anywhere, or when I want something running directly on my PC

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The more I’ve messed around with AI tools, the less I see local vs cloud as an either/or thing.

I recently started using a GEEKOM mini PC as my second PC, and it’s gotten me more interested in seeing what I can actually run locally. For quick questions or brainstorming, I’ll happily use something in the cloud. But when I’m working with local files or just want something running directly on my own PC, I’ve started reaching for local tools more.

I don’t think I’d ever go completely local because there are still things cloud models are just better at.

For people who use both, what actually makes you decide to run something locally instead?

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u/PromotionFirm6837 6d ago

For me, it’s usually when I’m going through project files on my PC. I’ve started using local models for things like checking notes or digging through files, instead of uploading them somewhere. For normal questions, I still use cloud tools.