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Vane (formerly Perplexica)iAsk.ai
Free

Free and open source under the MIT license.

 Free

Described by its developer as free to use.

Web, Self-hosted iOS, Web, Browser extension
  • Supports fully local LLMs through Ollama for private searches
  • Cites sources alongside generated answers
  • Answers include citations
  • Adjustable response length and several modes
  • Requires running your own search and model infrastructure
  • Renamed from Perplexica, which may cause confusion for existing users
  • Oriented towards student homework questions
  • Needs an internet connection
Self-hosted, Web application Downloadable app, Web application, Browser extension
Open source Closed source
License: MIT License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 26, 2026

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