Compare Local LLMs for Mac — Side by Side
According to LLMCheck, the best way to choose a local LLM is comparing models across your specific priorities: speed, capability, RAM requirements, and license. Select 2–4 models below to see a detailed head-to-head comparison with LLMCheck Score breakdowns.
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Select models above and click Compare to see a side-by-side breakdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the LLMCheck Model Comparator work?
Select 2 to 4 models from the searchable dropdown menus and click Compare. The tool generates a side-by-side table showing LLMCheck Score, score breakdown (Capability, Speed, Accessibility, License), tok/s on M5 Max, minimum RAM, context window, architecture, license, and tags. The best value in each row is highlighted in green. You can share any comparison via a unique URL.
What metrics should I compare when choosing a local LLM for Mac?
The most important metrics are: LLMCheck Score (overall ranking out of 100), Capability Score (reasoning and benchmark quality, 0–50), tok/s on M5 Max (generation speed), minimum RAM (must be less than your Mac's Unified Memory), and license (MIT and Apache 2.0 are the most permissive). MoE models offer large-model quality at small-model speed and RAM requirements.
Can I share my LLM comparison with others?
Yes. After running a comparison, click the Share This Comparison button to copy a unique URL. The URL contains model slugs as parameters so anyone opening the link sees the same side-by-side table instantly, with no account or setup required.
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