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The best MCP clients in 2026 compared: Askimo Desktop, Claude Desktop, Open WebUI, LibreChat, AnythingLLM, and Msty. MCP (Model Context Protocol) lets AI use real tools - GitHub, databases, local files, web search. This guide covers which chat client fits your workflow, what MCP features each supports, and how to get started in minutes.
Askimo App provides a powerful GUI client for Docker Model Runner, Docker's official feature for running AI models locally with OpenAI-compatible endpoints. Features persistent history, in-chat search, starred conversations, and export options. Project-aware RAG enables chatting with your codebase using local Docker AI models with complete privacy. Switch seamlessly between Docker Model Runner and cloud providers.
Askimo v1.0 launches the Desktop app with intelligent lazy loading for responsive long conversations, full-text search across entire chat history, and custom directives for consistent AI behavior. Features include theme customization, keyboard shortcuts, folder organization, and starred discussions. Supports OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, and Ollama. Open-source and built for productivity-focused users needing multiple AI models chat without browser limitations.
