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Ollama vs Sesame
Ollama edges Sesame on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.6), but Ollama is the stronger pick if you want custom characters, while Sesame fits better if live voice calls or long-term memory matter more.
0| Ollama | Sesame | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Price band | Free | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open-source (2026-09-30). | Free during the research preview, on web and in the mobile app. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | No | Live calls |
| Images | No | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | No | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | No |
| Companion types | Any character | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary |
| 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
Sesame — our take
Started as a voice demo; now a mobile preview of four named agents that still lead the field on presence.
- Best voice presence we have heard
- Free during preview
- Conversational timing is excellent
Ollama vs Sesame — common questions
Which is cheaper, Ollama or Sesame?
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?
Sesame retains context across sessions; Ollama keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
Ollama: No adult mode. Sesame: 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.