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SillyTavern vs Replika
SillyTavern scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 4.1), but the right pick depends on what you need: Replika may suit you better on price and features.
| SillyTavern | Replika | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $5.83/mo |
| Price band | Free | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free and open source. You pay only for whichever model API you connect. | Pro $19.99/mo or $69.99/yr (~$5.83/mo); Ultra $29.99/mo. Basic text chat is free. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| Images | Yes | No |
| Video | No | Yes |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary |
| 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
Replika — our take
Still the strongest product for people who want one companion and a real feeling of continuity.
- Deepest emotional-continuity design
- Voice calls plus AR and avatar video
- Wellbeing features are genuinely useful
SillyTavern vs Replika — common questions
Which is cheaper, SillyTavern or Replika?
SillyTavern is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $5.83/mo for Replika.
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. Replika: 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.