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boltai.com

Paid

Private AI workspace for Mac power users

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Starting Price
$55/mo
Type
Saas
Founded
2023
Company
BoltAI

About boltai.com

BoltAI is a native, high-performance AI app for Mac that allows you to integrate AI assistance into your daily tasks. It supports various AI models and services, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral, and local models like Ollama. BoltAI offers features like intuitive chat UI, powerful AI commands, AI inline, and a license manager. It's designed to enhance productivity across various professions, from writing and development to management and entrepreneurship.

How to Use

Download the app, set up your API key (e.g., OpenAI), and start using AI assistance in any text field within your macOS apps. Leverage features like the prompt library and custom AI assistants to tailor the AI's behavior to suit specific tasks.

Key Features

  • Intuitive Chat UI
  • Powerful AI Commands
  • AI Inline
  • Model Context Protocol support
  • Custom AI Assistants
  • Prompt Library
  • Secure Key Storage
  • Automatic Data Redaction
  • Web Search
  • Web Browsing
  • Memory
  • Image Generation
  • Image Analysis
  • Voice Input
  • Read Aloud
  • Theme Customization
  • Advanced GPT Parameters
  • Local LLMs Support
  • Document Analysis
  • Advanced Voice Mode
  • Projects
  • Premium Plugins

Use Cases

  • AI Coding Assistant within IDE
  • Content & Marketing Generation
  • Learning for Students
  • Instant access to large language models and Stable Diffusion
  • Business operations management
  • Fixing grammar and syntax typos
  • Brainstorming creative ideas

Key Features

Intuitive Chat UI
Powerful AI Commands
AI Inline
Model Context Protocol support
Custom AI Assistants
Prompt Library
Secure Key Storage
Automatic Data Redaction
Web Search
Web Browsing
Memory
Image Generation
Image Analysis
Voice Input
Read Aloud

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Native macOS performance with SwiftUI/AppKit on Apple Silicon
  • Access to 300+ AI models from multiple providers in one app
  • One-time purchase with perpetual license, no subscription required
  • Privacy-first: local chat storage, encrypted API keys, no training on data
  • Powerful workflow tools: projects, agents, MCP, forking, and code execution
  • Cross-device sync via cloud (macOS, iPhone, iPad)
  • Regular updates (160+ since launch in 2023) with active community feedback
  • Real human support (live chat and tickets) from the developer
Cons
  • Windows version is not yet available (coming soon)
  • Cloud sync pauses if support updates lapse after first year
  • Mobile app is still in beta and may have evolving features for Team plan
  • Limited cloud storage (512MB for Essential, 1GB for Pro) included with updates
  • Some advanced features (like new updates) require renewal after first year
  • Only supports macOS 13+ (Intel and Apple Silicon)

Best For

AI Coding Assistant within IDEContent & Marketing GenerationLearning for StudentsInstant access to large language models and Stable DiffusionBusiness operations managementFixing grammar and syntax typosBrainstorming creative ideas

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FAQ

Can I use BoltAI on multiple devices?
Yes, the license is transferable across devices. The Essential plan covers 1 Mac, Pro covers 2 Macs plus 1 mobile device, and Team covers 1 seat per user (minimum 5 seats).
What happens when my support updates lapse?
You can continue using the last version of BoltAI you downloaded, but cloud sync, mobile access, and new updates will pause until you renew.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes, BoltAI offers a 30-day money-back guarantee with no questions asked.
How is my data privacy handled?
All chats are stored locally on your machine. API keys are encrypted with your passphrase and stored in Apple Keychain. BoltAI does not collect, store, or use your data for training.
Which AI models are supported?
BoltAI supports over 300 models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Mistral, Google Gemini, xAI, Perplexity, Azure, Bedrock, and local models via Ollama and LM Studio.