Wax
Single-file memory layer for AI agents with sub-millisecond RAG on Apple Silicon using Metal optimization
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Decision brief
Wax, a Swift-based memory layer for AI agents optimized on Apple Silicon via Metal, provides sub-millisecond RAG processing and operates entirely on-device without the need for external servers or APIs.
Good fit when
- When developing AI applications that require extremely fast data retrieval with minimal latency on Apple devices.
- For projects that prefer in-house data management to avoid external API usage and server dependencies.
Avoid when
- If your application targets non-Apple hardware, as Wax's performance optimization via Metal is specific to Apple Silicon.
- In scenarios where integration of Wax with existing complex backend services is necessary, since it does not rely on external APIs or servers for its operation.
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Maintenance and security
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- As of Sep 20, 2026
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- Not a fork · Personal account
- As of Sep 20, 2026
- Security (OSV)
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- As of Oct 4, 2026
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Install
git clone https://github.com/christopherkarani/WaxSimilar tools
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Overview
Wax provides an on-device vector database and memory layer written in Swift, optimized for performance on Apple Silicon through Metal. It supports AI agent applications that require fast data retrieval without reliance on external servers or APIs.
Capability facts
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- swift
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Compatibility
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README
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