Use several AI providers in one desktop workspace

What is ChatWise?

ChatWise is a desktop AI chat application that connects to multiple model providers. Its homepage describes using personal API keys and supported existing subscriptions, alongside web search, artifacts, and Model Context Protocol tools. The documentation also introduces a preview Agent mode for working with files and commands in a chosen directory. These capabilities make ChatWise a workspace for people who want to bring model access and practical desktop tasks together.

Choose the right mode for the task

Artifacts provide a separate place for substantial content such as documents, charts, and code that will be revised. MCP connections let compatible models use external tools. Agent mode adds file reading, writing, editing, and command execution. The current documentation notes that its preview disables MCP and artifacts, so these capabilities should not be assumed to operate together.

Keep access and context deliberate

Connect one provider first and test a representative task before adding more services. For a coding job, select the intended work directory and check what the model can change. For research, inspect the retrieved sources. Give external tools only the access they need, and review actions that write files or affect another service before making them automatic.

Features to explore

• Multiple model providers
• Personal API key support
• Reusable artifacts
• MCP and preview agent tools

Who is ChatWise for?

A useful fit for developers and experienced AI users who already have provider access and want a desktop interface. It particularly suits people comfortable managing model credentials, tool permissions, and task-specific working directories.

Before you get started

Provider charges and app access are separate considerations. Verify subscription compatibility and current feature limitations; enabling automatic tool execution can affect files or connected services beyond the chat itself, so review permissions carefully.