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KoboldCpp
The score measures project health and popularity. It is not a hands-on review. How it works
A single-file program for running local models, favored for story writing and role play.
- Easy install
- Works on Windows, Mac, Linux
The openness label
- Code
- Open source, AGPL-3.0
- Models
- Open weights
- Runs
- On your computer
- Real cost
- Free
What you need to run it
About 8 GB of memory. Graphics card optional.
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- 12,265 stars on GitHub
- Last updated 2026-11-11
- Latest release v1.124.2
Quick answers
Is KoboldCpp free?
Yes. KoboldCpp is free and open source, released under the AGPL-3.0 license. There is nothing to buy and no subscription.
Does KoboldCpp run on my own computer?
Yes. KoboldCpp runs entirely on your own computer, so your files and prompts stay with you.
What do I need to run KoboldCpp?
About 8 GB of memory. Graphics card optional. It works on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Is KoboldCpp still maintained?
Yes. The KoboldCpp project was last updated on 2026-11-11.
Checked by Forkopolis on November 11, 2026.
