Lookinglass
More Models. No Subscriptions.
Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad
Access 27 OpenAI models including o3-pro, gpt-5.2, and gpt-4o. Pay only for what you use—no subscriptions. Live cost tracking, iCloud sync, and complete privacy.
Lookinglass: AI Chat with Complete Transparency & Control
Take control of your AI experience with Lookinglass—the only chat app that gives you direct access to 27 OpenAI models with complete cost transparency and privacy protection. Start free with $1 credit on sign-up—try any model risk-free. Guest mode lets you explore without signing in. No credit card required—all purchases via secure in-app payments. Designed for iPhone and iPad.
Why Lookinglass Stands Apart:
COMPLETE FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY
• See the maximum cost for every message with live token estimates
• Pay-as-you-go wallet system—no subscriptions or hidden fees
• Flexible top-ups: 9 amounts ($1-$500). Bonus credits: 3% at $100, 5% at $200, 10% at $500
• Export detailed transaction history and track every interaction
• Choose between Fast and Reliable (Standard) or Smart Savings (50% savings) billing
• Spending alerts: set thresholds to prevent budget surprises
• True cost control: Only pay for what you use, when you use it
UNMATCHED MODEL ACCESS
• Model lineup: 27 OpenAI models including cutting-edge gpt-5.2
• Pro models: o3-pro, gpt-5-pro, gpt-5.2-pro, and o1-pro accessible without enterprise
• Popular models: gpt-4.1, gpt-4o, gpt-5, o3, o4-mini, and more
• Deep Research: variants available for o3 and o4-mini
• Web Search: real-time internet access on supported models
• Model flexibility: switch mid-conversation with transparent pricing for each
• Advanced controls: creativity levels, reasoning depth, response detail, and AI power level
TRUE PRIVACY PROTECTION
• All conversations stored locally on your device with AES-256 encryption
• Military-grade encryption at rest using Apple's CryptoKit framework
• We cannot see or access your chat content—ever
• Guest mode and Apple Sign-In with complete data isolation
• Only metadata and wallet balances stored remotely
• GDPR and privacy-compliant with no data collection or tracking
SECURE iCLOUD SYNC
• Optional iCloud sync keeps your data private and encrypted across devices
• All synced data remains in your Apple iCloud account—never shared with third parties
• Encryption keys stored securely in iCloud Keychain
• Sync includes: conversations, settings, and permanent memory
• Works seamlessly across all your iOS devices (iPhone and iPad)
SMART ORGANIZATION & CONTROL
• Chat threads: organize, archive, rename, pin, and manage multiple conversations
• Export conversations to text, markdown, or JSON
• Smart Memory: control how much conversation history your AI remembers
• AI Personality: customize responses with permanent memory preferences
• Voice-to-text for natural conversation flow
POWER USER FEATURES
• Creativity: from laser-focused precision to creative brainstorming
• AI Power: quick summaries or deep analysis
• Response Detail: concise answers or detailed explanations
• Live streaming responses or complete answers—your choice
• Advanced model controls for professional workflows
GLOBAL ACCESSIBILITY
• 5 languages supported: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, & Italian
• More languages coming soon
• Localized interface for seamless international use
Perfect For:
Research projects, creative writing, email drafting, coding assistance, learning new topics, brainstorming sessions, or intelligent conversation. Lookinglass works immediately—no setup required.
Why Choose Lookinglass?
Unlike other AI apps that lock you into subscriptions and limited models, Lookinglass gives you direct access to OpenAI's full model lineup with complete transparency about what you're paying for. Access all 4 pro models without enterprise contracts—just pay for what you use. Your conversations stay 100% private on your devices, while optional iCloud sync keeps everything in your personal Apple account.
Complete Control:
Your AI. Your data. Your privacy. Your budget.
Start chatting in seconds. No subscriptions. No surprises. Complete control.
EULA: https://lookinglass.ai/eula
Privacy: https://lookinglass.ai/privacy
Ratings & Reviews
• Instant Model Updates : New AI models now appear automatically as they're released—no app update needed
• Technical Details: Enhanced info pages with additional details for power users and developers wanting to map the settings to the API
The developer, Cory Hamilton, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Purchases
- Contact Info
- Identifiers
- Usage Data
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Diagnostics
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Cory Hamilton
- Size
- 9.2 MB
- Category
- Productivity
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17.6 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.6 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 14.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.3 or later.
- Languages
English and 4 more
- English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
- Age Rating
13+
- 13+
- Infrequent
Cartoon or Fantasy Violence
Realistic Violence
Profanity or Crude Humor
Mature or Suggestive Themes
Horror/Fear Themes
Medical Treatment information
Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug Use or References
Guns or Other Weapons
Contains
User-Generated Content
Health or Wellness Topics
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- $500 Credit Top-Up $500.00
- $50 Credit Top-Up $50.00
- $200 Credit Top-Up $200.00
- $20 Credit Top-Up $20.00
- $5 Credit Top-Up $5.00
- $1 Credit Top-Up $1.00
- $100 Credit Top-Up $100.00
- $10 Credit Top-Up $10.00
- $3 Credit Top-Up $3.00
- $2 Credit Top-Up $2.00
- Copyright
- © 2025 Lookinglass