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SillyTavern vs Grok
SillyTavern scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 3.5), but the right pick depends on what you need: Grok may suit you better on price and features.
| SillyTavern0 | Grok0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $25/mo |
| Price band | Free | Over $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. | SuperGrok $30/mo or $300/yr (~$25/mo); SuperGrok Lite $10/mo. Also bundled with X Premium+ ($40/mo). Free tier is limited. |
| 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, iOS, Android |
| 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
Grok — our take
A general assistant first. Fine company for casual banter, but companionship is a sideline here.
- Looser tone than rivals
- Image generation included
- Standalone plan, no X account needed
SillyTavern vs Grok — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Grok?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $25/mo for Grok.
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. Grok: 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.