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TextGen vs KoboldAI
TextGen scores higher in our catalogue (4.0 vs 3.6), but the right pick depends on what you need: KoboldAI may suit you better on price and features.
| TextGen0 | KoboldAI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.0 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Price band | Free | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source. | 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 | Voice notes | 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 |
TextGen — our take
Formerly text-generation-webui: not a companion app, but the plumbing most local companion setups are built on.
- Supports nearly every local model
- Active extension ecosystem
- Free and open source
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
TextGen vs KoboldAI — common questions
Which is cheaper, TextGen 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: price and platform coverage differ between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
TextGen: 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.