Why we said Watch
What it is
A desktop app that runs local models and exposes a local API. See the official page. This profile describes public documentation, not a Loaded Tokens hands-on test.
Who it is for
People who want ChatGPT-shaped software without sending the prompt away. The recommendation is scoped to that job.
The evidence behind Watch
The project describes itself as local-first and cites Apache 2.0 in the README. Match that to the file in your checkout. The source page is the receipt. No speed ranking or reliability score is implied.
Pricing and the catch
Free to download. The README states Apache 2.0. Confirm the LICENSE file you install. Public pricing or license checked November 7, 2026. Amounts are as stated on that page. Tax, region, annual billing, and extra usage can change the bill.
A sensible first workflow
Install it, confirm the license file, and point one local client at the port it opens. This is a suggested evaluation, not a test we ran.
Bottom line: Watch until you have read the license in the version you run.