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HammerAI vs LobeChat
HammerAI edges LobeChat on our editorial score (4.2 vs 4.1), but the two are close on features — LobeChat is cheaper at Free (~$9/mo less), so default to it unless you prefer HammerAI's branding.
| HammerAI | LobeChat | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Price | $9/mo | Free |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free: 600 cloud messages/day, unlimited chat on locally run models. Pro tiers $9/$18/$35 per month for larger cloud limits. Verified on hammerai.com/pricing. | Free and open-source (AGPL-3.0); bring your own API keys or local models. A hosted cloud version is in beta without published pricing. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Voice notes | Voice notes |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, Desktop, iOS | Web, Desktop |
| Runs locally | Yes | Yes |
HammerAI — our take
The most generous free tier in the category: unlimited chat on locally run models, 600 cloud messages a day, no card required.
- Unlimited free chat with local models
- Group chat, lorebooks and personas
- Open-source with desktop apps
LobeChat — our take
A serious open-source option: self-host it, plug in any model, and browse community personas — more assistant than romantic partner.
- Fully open-source and self-hostable
- Any model: local or cloud
- Community plugin/persona marketplace
HammerAI vs LobeChat — common questions
Which is cheaper, HammerAI or LobeChat?
LobeChat is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $9/mo for HammerAI.
Which one has a free tier?
Both do — you can try either without paying.
Which remembers conversations better?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: price and platform coverage differ between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
HammerAI: No adult mode. LobeChat: No adult mode. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.