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Ollama vs Linky
Ollama edges Linky on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.6), but Linky is the better fit if you want live voice calls and long-term memory and image sharing; Ollama has no clear edge there.
0| Ollama | Linky | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $9.08/mo |
| Price band | Free | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open-source (2026-09-30). | Around $17/mo or about $109/yr. Free tier: 20-30 messages/day with heavy ads. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | Optional mature mode |
| Voice | No | Live calls |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | No | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop | 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
Linky — our take
Busy and ad-heavy on free, but the character roster is broad and it is one of few with a clear 17+ rating trail.
- Large character roster
- Voice plus image features
- Cheap annual plan
Ollama vs Linky — common questions
Which is cheaper, Ollama or Linky?
Ollama is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $9.08/mo for Linky.
Which one has a free tier?
Both do — you can try either without paying.
Which remembers conversations better?
Linky retains context across sessions; Ollama keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
Ollama: No adult mode. Linky: Optional mature mode. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.