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Ollama vs Dola
Ollama edges Dola on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.9), but Ollama is the stronger pick if you want custom characters, while Dola fits better if voice notes or long-term memory or image sharing matter more.
0| Ollama | Dola | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Price band | Free | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open-source (2026-09-30). | Free to use (2026-09-30); no consumer subscription found. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | No | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | No | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | No |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop | Web, iOS, Android |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Ollama — our take
The de-facto local model runtime: one command to run open models, free and open-source.
- One-command model setup
- Huge model library
- Open-source and free
Dola — our take
Formerly Cici AI: a polished free assistant for chat, planning and daily tasks from ByteDance.
- Free and unlimited-feeling
- Strong mobile experience
- Backed by ByteDance models
Ollama vs Dola — common questions
Which is cheaper, Ollama or Dola?
They cost the same on our recorded numbers (Free).
Which one has a free tier?
Both do — you can try either without paying.
Which remembers conversations better?
Dola retains context across sessions; Ollama keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
Ollama: No adult mode. Dola: 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.