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SillyTavern vs ChatFAI
SillyTavern edges ChatFAI 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 ChatFAI fits better if voice notes matter more.
0| SillyTavern0 | ChatFAI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $8.25/mo |
| Price band | Free | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source under AGPL-3.0. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | Free 500 messages/month. Basic $8.25/mo ($99/yr); Premium $24.17/mo ($290/yr) adds voice, faster models and higher limits. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | Optional mature 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, Android |
| 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
ChatFAI — our take
A character-chat site built around recognizable names — fictional, historical and celebrity-style personas you can message for free with caps.
- Recognizable fictional and historical characters
- Free tier with a real monthly allowance
- Voice on paid tiers
SillyTavern vs ChatFAI — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or ChatFAI?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $8.25/mo for ChatFAI.
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. ChatFAI: 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.