How to install ComfyUI in different systems
This guide provides a step-by-step guide on how to install ComfyUI in different systems.
ℹ️ Note about updates: For the most up-to-date Desktop installation info, check the official docs.
ComfyUI can be installed in several ways. Which one you choose depends on your needs:
Comfy Desktop (Recommended for most users) — A desktop application that manages everything: install multiple ComfyUI instances side by side, update them, and take snapshots. Works on Windows, macOS (Apple Silicon), and Linux. Learn more →
Comfy CLI — Command-line tool for installing and managing ComfyUI. Great for advanced users and automation. Learn more →
Windows Portable — The official portable build for Windows. Click-and-run, no command line needed if you just want a quick start. Windows Guide →
Manual Installation — Clone from GitHub and manage dependencies yourself. Full control for developers and users who need custom setups. Windows → | Mac → | Linux →
System Requirements
Before installing, check the basic system requirements:
- Python 3.12 or 3.13 (3.13 is recommended)
- NVIDIA GPU with at least 4GB VRAM (RTX 3060 or higher recommended), or an Apple Silicon Mac, or an AMD/Intel GPU
- 8GB RAM minimum (16GB recommended)
- SSD storage with at least 20GB free space (minimum for the app itself — models can quickly take up 50–100GB+ depending on your workflow)
- Google Chrome 143+ recommended for the best UI experience
For a detailed breakdown, see the GPU Buying Guide.
Install ComfyUI
Aaaki ComfyUI Launcher Guide
Aaaki ComfyUI Launcher is a tool that allows you to easily manage and install various ComfyUI plugins. It provides a user-friendly interface for searching, installing, and updating plugins, making it easier to customize and enhance your ComfyUI experience.
Complete Comfy CLI User Guide
Comprehensive guide to all Comfy CLI features, including workspace management, node management, model management, and other advanced functionalities.
Comfy Desktop Installation Guide
Installation guide for Comfy Desktop, the official desktop application for managing multiple ComfyUI instances.
GPU Buying Guide for ComfyUI: VRAM Requirements and Best Picks
How to choose the best GPU for ComfyUI: VRAM requirements for Stable Diffusion, FLUX, Hunyuan and video models, NVIDIA vs AMD comparison and recommendations for every budget.
Complete ComfyUI Linux installation guide. Covers Python setup, comfy-cli install, environment configuration and troubleshooting for Ubuntu, Debian and Arch Linux.
Step-by-step guide to install ComfyUI on macOS. Covers both Portable and Desktop versions, Homebrew setup, Python dependencies, and troubleshooting tips for Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
A complete guide to installing ComfyUI on Windows, including the official portable version, manual install, and third-party launcher options.
Learn how to install Git and use it to download ComfyUI plugins and models, including visual learning tutorials
Run ComfyUI on Google Colab: Free Cloud GPU Notebook Guide
Run ComfyUI on Google Colab for free: use the official comfyui_colab.ipynb notebook or community Colab templates, get a free cloud GPU, and access ComfyUI via Cloudflared tunnel.
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