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SillyTavern vs Hakko AI
SillyTavern edges Hakko AI on our editorial score (4.3 vs 4.0), but SillyTavern is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls, while Hakko AI fits better if voice notes matter more.
0| SillyTavern0 | Hakko AI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $8.33/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: 30 min voice/day and roleplay mode. Hakko+ Pro $9.99/mo ($99.99/yr); Ultra $19.99/mo ($199.99/yr) adds unlimited voice and Romantic mode. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | No adult 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, Desktop |
| 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
Hakko AI — our take
A gaming-focused companion that reads your screen and roleplays along, with voice, Live2D-style visuals and a Romantic mode on higher tiers.
- Screen-aware gaming roleplay
- Free daily voice allowance
- Live2D-style visuals
SillyTavern vs Hakko AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Hakko AI?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $8.33/mo for Hakko AI.
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. Hakko AI: 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.