Self-Hosted Software
Every self-hosted software article from the Lomeyo blog.
Best Self-Hosted AI Tools in 2026
The best self-hosted AI tools in 2026, organized by job to be done. Chat, coding, document search, automation, and the engines that power them all.
Self-Hosting AI on a Budget ($5 VPS or Old Laptop)
You do not need a $3,000 GPU to self-host AI. Here is how to run a private LLM on a $5 VPS, an old laptop, or a cheap cloud GPU rented by the hour.
Self-Hosted ChatGPT Alternatives (2026)
The best self-hosted ChatGPT alternatives in 2026, compared on features, hardware needs, and real cost. Run private AI chat on your own machine.
Self-Hosted GitHub Copilot Alternatives (2026)
The best self-hosted GitHub Copilot alternatives in 2026. Private AI code completion that runs on your hardware, keeps your code in-house, and costs nothing per seat.
Is Self-Hosting Worth It in the AI Era? Real Costs vs Cloud
Is self-hosting worth it in 2026? An honest cost comparison of self-hosted vs cloud AI and SaaS, including the hidden cost of your own time, and who should switch.
Self-Hosted RAG: Private AI Search Over Your Own Docs
Build a private AI that answers questions about your own documents, fully self-hosted. What RAG is, the tools to use, and how to set it up without leaking data.
Self-Hosted Tools to Replace Your SaaS Stack (2026)
Replace expensive SaaS subscriptions with self-hosted open-source tools. The best alternatives in 2026, what they cost to run, and what to keep on SaaS.
How to Run an LLM Locally (2026 Guide)
A practical, no-fluff guide to running an LLM locally in 2026. Hardware you need, which model to pick, and a step-by-step Ollama setup.
Self-Hosted vs SaaS: Who Owns Your Data in the AI Era?
In the AI era, SaaS terms changed. This is who actually owns your data with self-hosted vs SaaS software, what the fine print really means, and when to switch.
Why Developers Are Self-Hosting Again in the AI Era
After a decade of going all-in on the cloud, developers are self-hosting again. Here is what changed in the AI era, the data behind the shift, and what it means.