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SillyTavern vs Linky
SillyTavern scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 3.6), but the right pick depends on what you need: Linky may suit you better on price and features.
| SillyTavern0 | Linky0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $9.08/mo |
| Price band | Free | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source under AGPL-3.0. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | Around $17/mo or about $109/yr. Free tier: 20-30 messages/day with heavy ads. |
| 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 | 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
Linky — our take
Busy and ad-heavy on free, but the character roster is broad and it is one of few with a clear 17+ rating trail.
- Large character roster
- Voice plus image features
- Cheap annual plan
SillyTavern vs Linky — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Linky?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $9.08/mo for Linky.
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. Linky: 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.