Claude Cowork
Desktop AI coworker that operates on your files to handle multi-step tasks.
AionUi
Unified desktop UI for multi-model AI command-line tools
AionUi provides a graphical interface that auto-detects Gemini CLI, Claude Code, Codex, Qwen Code and others, offering local storage, multi-session chat, smart file management, and real-time preview across platforms.
Overview
Overview
AionUi is a cross-platform desktop application that brings together a variety of command-line AI assistants—Gemini, Claude, Codex, Qwen and more—into a single, user-friendly graphical workspace. It automatically detects installed CLI tools, saves conversations locally, and supports multiple parallel sessions so users can keep contexts separate.
Deployment & Usage
After installation, AionUi ships with a built-in Gemini CLI, so it works out of the box. Existing CLI tools are auto-detected, and the interface offers smart file management, batch renaming, and instant preview of AI-generated content in over nine formats. A WebUI mode enables remote access from any device on the local network while keeping all data on the host machine, ensuring privacy.
Benefits
The platform streamlines AI-driven office automation, from document generation to code editing, without requiring users to switch between terminals and separate GUIs. Its local-first design guarantees that sensitive data never leaves the device.
Highlights
Auto-detects installed CLI AI tools and presents them in a single graphical workspace
Supports Gemini, Claude, Codex, Qwen and additional models with instant switching
Smart file management with batch rename, auto-organize and merge
Built-in preview panel for 9+ formats and real-time editing
Pros
- Free and open-source, no subscription required
- Cross-platform support for macOS, Windows, and Linux
- Local data storage ensures privacy
- Multi-session and parallel task handling boosts productivity
Considerations
- Full functionality for non-Gemini models depends on external CLI installations
- Remote WebUI access may need additional network configuration
- Advanced model features rely on the capabilities of the underlying CLI tools
- Users accustomed to pure CLI may need time to adapt to the GUI
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Fit guide
Great for
- Teams needing a secure, local AI assistant for document generation
- Developers who run multiple AI code assistants and want a unified view
- Office workers automating file organization and report formatting
- Users who prefer graphical preview of AI-generated documents
Not ideal when
- Environments that only allow cloud-based AI services
- Users without any command-line AI tools installed (except built-in Gemini)
- Scenarios requiring real-time collaborative editing across users
- Organizations that need built-in enterprise authentication or SSO
How teams use it
Batch organize project files
Automatically classifies and renames files, reducing manual sorting time by up to 80%.
Generate and preview a PowerPoint deck
AI creates slides from prompts, and the preview panel displays the PPT instantly for quick edits.
Code assistance with multiple models
Switch between Claude and Gemini within the same session to get varied code suggestions, improving solution quality.
Remote AI assistance via WebUI
Access the same UI from a laptop or tablet on the local network, enabling flexible work without reinstalling tools.
Tech snapshot
TypeScript84%
Python13%
JavaScript2%
CSS1%
Ruby1%
HTML1%
Frequently asked questions
Why is AionUi a great replacement for Claude Cowork?
AionUi is free, open-source, cross-platform, and supports many models beyond Claude, offering a full GUI plus WebUI remote access while keeping data local.
What can I do with AionUi?
You can batch organize folders, beautify Excel reports, generate and format PPT, Word, and Markdown documents, and preview AI-generated files instantly.
Is AionUi ready to use out of the box?
Yes. It includes a built-in Gemini CLI, and it auto-detects any other installed AI CLI tools for immediate use.
Is it free?
Yes, AionUi is completely free and open-source.
How does data privacy work?
All conversations and generated files are stored locally on your device; no data is sent to external servers unless the underlying CLI tool does so.
Project at a glance
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