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SillyTavern vs ChatGPT
SillyTavern scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 4.2), but the right pick depends on what you need: ChatGPT may suit you better on price and features.
| SillyTavern | ChatGPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $20/mo |
| Price band | Free | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | Free tier available; Plus $20/mo. Voice mode included. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Video | No | Yes |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Desktop, Web | Web, iOS, Android, Desktop |
| 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
ChatGPT — our take
Not built as a companion, but its memory and voice mode make it a legitimate daily chat partner.
- Best general reasoning and writing
- Strong voice mode
- Memory across conversations
SillyTavern vs ChatGPT — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or ChatGPT?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $20/mo for ChatGPT.
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. ChatGPT: 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.