Description
🖼️ Tool Name:
Manzoni
✏️ What does this tool offer in 2026?
On-Device AI Intelligence: Manzoni runs "Uncensored" and private models (like GGUF/MLX variants) directly on your Mac. Your words never leave your device, ensuring total security for sensitive projects.
Inline "Magic" Editing: Highlighting text triggers an inline AI command bar where you can instantly ask the AI to "shorten this," "make it more professional," or "fix the logic."
Distraction-Free Minimalist UI: The interface is intentionally sparse, keeping you focused on your words. Tools and formatting options only appear when you need them.
Vast Prompt & Template Library: Features over 35+ specialized templates to kickstart business documents, academic papers, and creative storytelling from scratch.
Full Markdown Support: Ideal for modern writers; you can format headers, lists, and links using standard Markdown shortcuts without taking your hands off the keyboard.
Offline Reliable Performance: Since it doesn't require an internet connection to function, it is the perfect companion for writers traveling or working in remote "digital detox" environments.
No Signup Required: In a move toward extreme privacy, the app allows you to start writing immediately without creating an account or providing an email (unless purchasing a license).
⭐️ User Experience (2026):
"The Privacy Gold Standard": Rated 4.9/5 by the Mac community. It is frequently cited as the best alternative to cloud-heavy tools like Notion AI or Jasper for users who value intellectual property control.
💵 Pricing (January 2026 Status)
Manzoni is celebrated for its "Pay Once, Own Forever" philosophy, avoiding the subscription fatigue of the mid-2020s:
🎁 Free Version:
The Free Trial is essentially the full application but limited to a specific number of documents. It allows you to test how fast the AI runs on your specific Mac chip (M1, M2, M3, or the new M4) before buying the lifetime license.
⚙️ Access or Source:
Official Website
Platform: Exclusive to macOS (Optimized for Apple Silicon).
🔗 Experience Link: