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SillyTavern vs Cleverbot
SillyTavern scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 2.9), but the right pick depends on what you need: Cleverbot may suit you better on price and features.
| SillyTavern0 | Cleverbot0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 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 on the web. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | No |
| Images | Yes | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | No |
| Custom characters | Yes | No |
| 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
Cleverbot — our take
Historical interest mostly, but it is free and it does not pretend to be a person.
- No signup, no cost
- Still running after 25+ years
- Good for a laugh
SillyTavern vs Cleverbot — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Cleverbot?
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?
SillyTavern retains context across sessions; Cleverbot keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
SillyTavern: Optional mature mode. Cleverbot: 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.
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