StrapBeta
An AI coding agent harness built for small local language models. Interact with a coding agent at home; no cloud required, and designed to work with low-end GPUs. Strap can also works with Claude and OpenAI when you want to reach further.
Designed around small models that run on modest hardware. Your code stays on your machine.
Works with local models out of the box. Plug in Claude or OpenAI when you need more horsepower.
Not just a chat interface—Strap is a harness that lets your model take actions on your codebase.
Can run local tools on your behalf—with your permission. The agent acts; you stay in control.
You own the system prompt. No secret instructions, no opinionated defaults baked in behind the scenes.
At ~11 MB, Strap is a fraction of the size of comparable tools. Installs fast, stays out of the way.
- What is Strap?
- Strap is an AI coding agent harness designed for small local language models. It lets you run a coding agent on modest hardware at home, without relying on cloud services.
- Does Strap only work with local models?
- Strap is optimized for small local language models but also supports Claude and OpenAI APIs for when you want to reach for a larger model.
- What hardware do I need?
- Strap is specifically built for limited hardware. You do not need a high-end GPU or a cloud subscription to run a useful coding agent.
- How small is Strap compared to other coding agents?
- Strap is around 11 MB. Many comparable coding agent tools ship at 100–200 MB or more. That difference matters when you are working on modest hardware or a slow connection.
- Is Strap finished?
- Strap is currently in beta. Core functionality is working and it is actively being developed. Early access pricing reflects the beta status.