Neocortex vs PlayHT
Neocortex
neocortex.link
PlayHT
playht.coSide by side
| Figure | Neocortex | PlayHT |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | €9/mo | $9.99/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Spec score · Game Voice Generators | 8.9 (#7) | 7.9 (#24) |
| Languages | Characters can be configured for more than 20 languages. | Its text-to-speech page says it supports more than 30 languages and local variations, while its About page states 50+ languages. |
| Product | Neocortex is a web platform for creating smart agents, interactive worlds, and actions, with game engine SDKs for integration. | PlayHT converts text into speech using AI voices and also offers voice cloning, dubbing, voice changing, voice isolation, transcription, AI music, and sound effects. |
Plans
Neocortex
- FreeFree
- Starter€9 a month
- Pro€29 a month
- Team€99 a month
- CustomPriced on request
In their own words
Neocortex
Neocortex is a web platform for creating smart agents, interactive worlds, and actions, with SDKs for game-engine integration. Its visual editor lets users shape character personalities, conversation flows, and world dynamics; a node-based editor defines character features and interaction rules. Listed capabilities include action systems, spatial awareness, knowledge bases, emotional responses, and multilingual communication. SDKs are available for Unity, Unreal Engine, and Godot, alongside a Web API usable from any engine or platform. API functions include chat and streaming chat, session history, speech and streaming speech, transcription, quizzes, account and usage information, and character listing. The product is presented for smart NPCs, AI companions, virtual assistants, VR, voice-controlled games, education, training, and interactive storytelling. Platforms include Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows, and web, as well as API and self-hosted options. The Free plan allows personal use and includes 2 characters, 2 conversation flows, and 200 monthly credits. Starter is listed at €9 a month, billed €108 yearly, for personal and academic use; the pricing note says paid plans start at €11/mo. Commercial use is listed for Pro and Team. The Unity SDK quick start requires a Neocortex account, Unity 6 (6000.0) or above, and Git.