MemPalace (55K+ ⭐) is a great local MCP memory tool. But if you need a real browser extension, cross-platform support, and zero configuration, AI Memory is the better choice.
| Feature | 🧠 AI Memory | MemPalace |
|---|---|---|
| Chrome Browser Extension | ✅ v1.2.0 (ready for CWS) | ❌ None |
| ChatGPT Support | ✅ Full import + search | ✅ MCP only |
| Claude Support | ✅ Full import + search | ✅ MCP only |
| DeepSeek Support | ✅ Full import + search | ❌ Not supported |
| Gemini Support | ✅ Full import + search | ❌ Not supported |
| Kimi Support | ✅ Full import + search | ❌ Not supported |
| Grok Support | ✅ Full import + search | ❌ Not supported |
| Cloud Sync | ✅ Session-isolated cloud | ❌ Local only |
| Full-Text Search | ✅ FTS5, instant | ✅ Semantic only |
| MCP Server | ✅ 15 tools, 113+ clients | ✅ 53+ tools, MCP native |
| Zero Configuration | ✅ Web app, upload & search | ❌ CLI + Python setup |
| Pricing | ✅ Free 200 convos, $14.99/mo | ✅ Free, open source (GPL) |
| Lifetime Option | ✅ $79 one-time | ❌ Free only (no paid) |
| Privacy | ✅ Session-isolated, no tracking | ✅ Local-first, no cloud |
| Ease of Use | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Web app, no install | ⭐⭐ CLI + config required |
MemPalace only serves Claude/ChatGPT via MCP. AI Memory supports 6 platforms including DeepSeek, Gemini, Kimi, and Grok.
MemPalace has no browser extension. AI Memory's extension auto-captures conversations from every AI platform instantly.
MemPalace requires Python, CLI, and MCP configuration. AI Memory is a web app — just upload and search.
"I tried MemPalace but the CLI setup was overwhelming. AI Memory worked right away — just uploaded my ChatGPT export and I could search everything."
— AI researcher, via Twitter
"MemPalace has no browser extension?! That was a dealbreaker. AI Memory's extension is exactly what I needed."
— Developer, via HN
200 conversations free. No account needed. No CLI required.
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