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MLX-VLM

Python package to run and fine-tune vision-language models locally on Apple Silicon Macs with MLX.

  • Blaizzy (open-source project)
  • Local only
  • Free, open source

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Facts

Vendor
Blaizzy (open-source project)
Approach
Runtimes & gateways
Where it runs
Runs only on your own hardware
Interface
Command line, API
Skill level
Advanced: command line, node graphs or self-hosting
Price
Free, open source
Pricing notes
Free and open source.
Source code
Open source (MIT)
GitHub stars
5.6k (19 Oct 2026)
Last verified
19 Oct 2026

Price from github.com, 19 Oct 2026.

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