Cherry Studio

Created on March 25, 2026
Updated on March 25, 2026

AI productivity desktop client supporting 300+ AI models including OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek. Features AI conversations, knowledge base management, and intelligent agent capabilities.

AI Productivity Desktop Client - 300+ Models in One App

Cherry Studio is a comprehensive AI desktop client that supports over 300 AI models from various providers including OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, and more. It provides a unified interface for AI conversations, knowledge base management, and intelligent agent capabilities. Official Website: https://cherry-ai.com/ GitHub: https://github.com/CherryHQ/cherry-studio Developer: CherryHQ License: Apache-2.0 Key Innovation: Cherry Studio consolidates hundreds of AI models into a single, beautiful desktop application, eliminating the need to switch between different AI services.

Core Philosophy: "One app for all your AI needs"


Why Cherry Studio?

300+ Models: Access OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, and hundreds more from a single interface.

Beautiful UI: Modern, intuitive interface designed for productivity and comfort.

Local Storage: Your conversations and knowledge base stay on your device for privacy.

Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux with consistent experience.


Key Features

$#1.
Multi-Model Support

  • OpenAI (GPT-4, GPT-3.5)
  • Anthropic Claude (Claude 3, Claude 2)
  • Google Gemini
  • DeepSeek
  • And 300+ more models

$#2.
Knowledge Base

  • Upload documents (PDF, Word, Excel, etc.)
  • AI-powered document analysis
  • Organize knowledge by topics
  • Search across all documents

$#3.
AI Conversations

  • Multi-turn conversations
  • Conversation history
  • Export conversations
  • Share conversations

$#4.
Intelligent Agents

  • Pre-built agent templates
  • Custom agent creation
  • Tool integration
  • Automated workflows

$#5.
Code Assistance

  • Syntax highlighting for 50+ languages
  • Code explanation
  • Code generation
  • Debug assistance

Installation

Windows

  1. Download installer from https://cherry-ai.com/
  2. Run the installer
  3. Launch Cherry Studio
  4. Configure your API keys

macOS

  1. Download DMG from https://cherry-ai.com/
  2. Drag to Applications folder
  3. Launch Cherry Studio
  4. Configure your API keys

Linux

# AppImage
wget https://github.com/CherryHQ/cherry-studio/releases/latest/download/Cherry-Studio-linux-x64.AppImage
chmod +x Cherry-Studio-linux-x64.AppImage
./Cherry-Studio-linux-x64.AppImage

Pricing

Free: Cherry Studio is free and open source. You only pay for the AI models you use through their respective providers.


System Requirements

ComponentMinimumRecommended
OSWindows 10, macOS 11, LinuxWindows 11, macOS 12+, Ubuntu 20.04+
Memory4GB RAM8GB RAM
Storage500MB1GB
NetworkInternet for AI modelsStable internet

Use Cases

Personal AI Assistant

Use Cherry Studio as your daily AI companion for questions, writing, analysis, and more.

Multi-Model Management

Switch between different AI models effortlessly to find the best one for each task.

Document Analysis

Upload PDFs, Word documents, or spreadsheets and have AI analyze, summarize, or extract information.

Code Assistance

Get help with coding, debugging, and learning new programming languages.


Community and Support



Quick Start Guide

Get Cherry Studio up and running quickly.

Step 1: Install

cd cherry-studio
npm install
npx cherry-studio setup

Step 2: Configure

Set your AI model and API key in the configuration.

Step 3: Connect and Go

Link your messaging platform and start using your AI agent.

Full documentation: https://docs.cherry-ai.com/


FAQ

Is Cherry Studio free to use?

Yes, Cherry Studio is free and open source (Apache-2.0 license). You only pay for AI model API costs if using external models.

What are the system requirements for Cherry Studio?

Cherry Studio requires 4GB RAM of RAM minimum. Runtime: Electron. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Can I self-host Cherry Studio?

Yes. Cherry Studio is open source (Apache-2.0) and can be self-hosted on your own hardware. Clone the repository from GitHub and follow the installation guide.

How does Cherry Studio compare to OpenClaw?

Cherry Studio offers a different approach compared to OpenClaw. While OpenClaw provides the largest ecosystem with 13,729+ skills and maximum flexibility, Cherry Studio focuses on personal assistant. Choose Cherry Studio if you prioritize its specific features; choose OpenClaw for the broadest compatibility and community support.

Is Cherry Studio suitable for beginners?

Cherry Studio requires some technical knowledge to set up (Electron). If you are a beginner, consider starting with QClaw (one-click install) or MaxClaw (cloud-based, no setup) first, then graduate to Cherry Studio as you gain experience.

License

Apache-2.0 License - Free for personal and commercial use.


Tags

ai-desktop, multi-model, productivity, electron, open-source, knowledge-base, code-assistance