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5ire vs Alma: catalog facts
5ireAlma
Free

Free and open source; you pay your chosen AI provider for API usage.

Free

The site lists no price for the app; usage of the connected AI providers is billed by…

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Works with multiple AI providers
  • MCP client for connecting external tools
  • Several AI providers and custom APIs in one interface
  • Persistent memory that you can view and edit
  • Needs API keys from the providers you use
  • Setting up MCP servers takes some technical knowledge
  • Depends on external AI provider APIs
  • Pricing and licensing details are not stated on the website
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 26, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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