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SillyTavern vs Ello
SillyTavern scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 4.0), but the right pick depends on what you need: Ello may suit you better on price and features.
| SillyTavern0 | Ello0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $11.58/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. | Free 14-day trial, then $14.99/mo or $139/yr (~$11.58/mo). A means-tested low-income rate drops the monthly price to $0.99. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | Yes | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop, Web | iOS |
| 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
Ello — our take
A well-executed, unambiguously safe AI companion for children.
- Purpose-built for children
- Strong privacy posture
- Backed by reading research
SillyTavern vs Ello — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Ello?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $11.58/mo for Ello.
Which one has a free tier?
Only SillyTavern has a free tier; Ello is paid-only.
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. Ello: 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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