# 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

[Get started with Claude Desktop →](./claude-desktop)

## 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

[Get started with Codex App →](./codex-app)

## LM Studio (Advanced)

::: warning 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 →](./lm-studio)