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SillyTavern vs ZenCreator
SillyTavern edges ZenCreator on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.6), but SillyTavern is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls and long-term memory, while ZenCreator fits better if video matter more.
0| SillyTavern0 | ZenCreator0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $19.99/mo |
| Price band | Free | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Price detail | Free and open source under AGPL-3.0. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | Verified via official help docs (2026-09): Companion subscription $19.99/mo (unlimited text; media billed in credits). 25-token trial; no permanent free tier. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | Adult-first |
| Voice | Live calls | No |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Video | No | Yes |
| Memory | Yes | No |
| 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
ZenCreator — our take
A creator studio first, companion second: unlimited Companion text at $19.99/mo while media burns credits. API access available.
- Studio-grade image and video
- API access
- NSFW allowed in Companion
SillyTavern vs ZenCreator — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or ZenCreator?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $19.99/mo for ZenCreator.
Which one has a free tier?
Only SillyTavern has a free tier; ZenCreator is paid-only.
Which remembers conversations better?
SillyTavern retains context across sessions; ZenCreator keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
SillyTavern: Optional mature mode. ZenCreator: Adult-first. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.