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Nomi AI vs TextGen
Nomi AI scores higher in our catalogue (4.2 vs 4.0), but the right pick depends on what you need: TextGen may suit you better on price and features.
| Nomi AI0 | TextGen0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.2 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $8.33/mo | Free |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | $15.99/mo, $39.99/3mo, or $99.99/yr (~$8.33/mo). Flat, no coins on top. Nomi does not show this on its website — plans appear only inside an account. | Free and open source. |
| 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 | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Desktop, Web |
| Runs locally | No | Yes |
Nomi AI — our take
The memory benchmark. If continuity is your main requirement, this is the one to beat.
- Best long-term memory in the category
- One subscription covers up to 10 companions
- Flat price with no coin top-ups
TextGen — our take
Formerly text-generation-webui: not a companion app, but the plumbing most local companion setups are built on.
- Supports nearly every local model
- Active extension ecosystem
- Free and open source
Nomi AI vs TextGen — common questions
Which is cheaper, Nomi AI or TextGen?
TextGen is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $8.33/mo for Nomi 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?
Nomi AI: Optional mature mode. TextGen: 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.