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SillyTavern vs Charisma
SillyTavern edges Charisma on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.8), but SillyTavern is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls and image sharing, while Charisma fits better if voice notes matter more.
0| SillyTavern | Charisma | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Price band | Free | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source under AGPL-3.0. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | Free tier for building; paid plans for publishing exist with prices shown in the dashboard (2026-09-30). |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | Yes | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop, Web | Web |
| Runs locally | Yes | No |
SillyTavern — our take
If you want total control and zero subscription, this is where the advanced users live.
- Complete control over prompt and memory
- Works with local or hosted models
- Free forever
Charisma — our take
Story-driven conversational engine: characters with goals, memory and narrative arcs you can branch.
- Narrative-grade character memory
- Branching story logic
- Used in games and learning
SillyTavern vs Charisma — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Charisma?
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?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: voice support differs between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
SillyTavern: Optional mature mode. Charisma: 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.