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SillyTavern vs Sakura FM
SillyTavern edges Sakura FM on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.9), but SillyTavern is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls, while Sakura FM fits better if voice notes matter more.
0| SillyTavern0 | Sakura FM0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $19/mo |
| Price band | Free | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source under AGPL-3.0. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | Third-party consensus (2026-09): Free tier, Plus $19/mo, Pro $39/mo. Not confirmed on the official site — re-verify before publishing claims. |
| 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 |
| 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
Sakura FM — our take
A solid anime-leaning Character.AI alternative with voice and image extras on paid tiers.
- Large anime character library
- Voice messages on paid tiers
- Usable free tier
SillyTavern vs Sakura FM — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Sakura FM?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $19/mo for Sakura FM.
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. Sakura FM: 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.