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SillyTavern vs KoboldAI
SillyTavern scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 3.6), but the right pick depends on what you need: KoboldAI may suit you better on price and features.
| SillyTavern0 | KoboldAI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 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 and open source. The koboldai.org domain now points at the KoboldCpp single-file build. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | Optional mature mode |
| Voice | Live calls | No |
| Images | Yes | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop, Web | Desktop, Web |
| Runs locally | Yes | Yes |
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
KoboldAI — our take
The classic offline story engine: clunky, but it never phones home.
- Runs fully offline
- Free and open source
- Designed for long stories
SillyTavern vs KoboldAI — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or KoboldAI?
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?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: voice support differs between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
SillyTavern: Optional mature mode. KoboldAI: 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.
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