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Ollama vs TypingMind
Ollama edges TypingMind on our editorial score (4.3 vs 4.2), but TypingMind is the better fit if you want long-term memory and image sharing; Ollama has no clear edge there.
0| Ollama | TypingMind | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $0/mo |
| Price band | Free | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Price detail | Free and open-source (2026-09-30). | One-time purchase license (own your copy) plus optional cloud add-ons; exact tiers shown at checkout (2026-09-30). |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | No | No |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | No | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop | Web |
| 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
TypingMind — our take
The power-user chat UI: pay once, bring any model, add agents, plugins and your whole prompt library.
- One-time purchase, no subscription
- Agents, plugins, prompt library
- Works with every major model
Ollama vs TypingMind — common questions
Which is cheaper, Ollama or TypingMind?
They cost the same on our recorded numbers (Free).
Which one has a free tier?
Only Ollama has a free tier; TypingMind is paid-only.
Which remembers conversations better?
TypingMind retains context across sessions; Ollama keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
Ollama: No adult mode. TypingMind: 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.
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