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SillyTavern vs MyShell AI
SillyTavern edges MyShell AI on our editorial score (4.3 vs 4.0), but the two are close on features — SillyTavern is cheaper at Free, so default to it unless you prefer MyShell AI's branding.
0| SillyTavern | MyShell AI | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.0 / 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 to use and create; premium agent features and credits exist in-app with no public price list (2026-09-30). |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | Optional mature mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| 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
MyShell AI — our take
A creator economy for companions: voice-driven agents, community trading and on-chain ownership.
- Strong voice and speech stack
- Large creator community
- Companions across many modalities
SillyTavern vs MyShell AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or MyShell AI?
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. MyShell AI: 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.