Desktop Apps

Claude Desktop (Recommended)

Anthropic's desktop app. The easiest way to use Producer Pal.

• Difficulty: Easy — download, install, done
• Cost: Subscription required
• Best for: Most users wanting the simplest setup

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Codex App

OpenAI's desktop app. Easy setup with an OpenAI subscription.

• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: Subscription required (ChatGPT Plus, Pro, Business, or Enterprise)
• Best for: OpenAI users on macOS

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LM Studio (Advanced)

For Power Users

LM Studio requires significant hardware (Apple Silicon with lots of RAM or Nvidia 4080+ GPU) and technical comfort with local models. Expect experimentation. Online options work better and faster at this time.

• Difficulty: Advanced
• Cost: Free (uses your hardware)
• Best for: Privacy-focused users with capable hardware

LM Studio setup guide →