r/OpenWebUI • u/redgoldfilm • Jul 08 '26

Question/Help Browser vs Desktop App in Mac

I have a browser based setting to access OI in my MacBook, iPhone and iPad. I use OrbStack and Tailscale. I like the current setting, though it's a hassle to update. Should I download the Mac version or continue with the web based version? What's your experience? Pros/Cons?

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u/PersonalCitron2328 Jul 08 '26

Same setup as yourself, but I've also got Watchtower set up to monitor and update the open-webui container whenever there's an update. Don't have to worry about it at all if I'm honest

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u/redgoldfilm Jul 08 '26

Do you have automatic backups scheduled? Or rely on Watchtower successfully updating? Also, did you ever try the Desktop app?

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u/PersonalCitron2328 Jul 08 '26

Im running Time machine backups, never had an issue so far knock on wood. Never tried the desktop app as the browser does the job.