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SillyTavern vs Grok
SillyTavern edges Grok on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.5), but SillyTavern is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls, while Grok fits better if voice notes matter more.
0| SillyTavern0 | Grok0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $25/mo |
| Price band | Free | Over $20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source under AGPL-3.0. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | SuperGrok $30/mo or $300/yr (~$25/mo); SuperGrok Lite $10/mo. Also bundled with X Premium+ ($40/mo). Free tier is limited. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | Optional mature mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop, Web | Web, iOS, 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
Grok — our take
A general assistant first. Fine company for casual banter, but companionship is a sideline here.
- Looser tone than rivals
- Image generation included
- Standalone plan, no X account needed
SillyTavern vs Grok — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Grok?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $25/mo for Grok.
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. Grok: 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.