Comparison
OraMemory vs Zep
Both are memory layers; the deployment story differs sharply.
| Feature | Zep | OraMemory |
|---|---|---|
| Local mode (no infra) | Self-host required | SQLite — zero infra |
| One-line install | Docker compose | pip install |
| Knowledge graph | Yes | Roadmap (v2) |
| Vector search | Yes | Yes — pgvector HNSW |
| Audit trail | Partial | Full append-only |
| Free tier | Self-host only | Local + cloud free tier |
| Sync local ↔ cloud | No | Yes |
Pick Zep if
- You need a temporal knowledge graph today.
- You're comfortable running your own Postgres + Neo4j.
Pick OraMemory if
- You want zero infrastructure to start.
- Your data must stay on your machine for compliance.
- You want one API across local, managed, and self-hosted.