LocalClaw/TTS/Kitten TTS v0.8
Local TTS model

Kitten TTS v0.8

Catalogue summary: KittenML's 0.8 developer-preview TTS line for CPU and edge use, with 15M, 40M and 80M variants, eight built-in voices and 25-80 MB published footprints.

Repository editorial metadata; verify comparative claims in the linked upstream material.

Edge readytext-to-speech generation1 languagesApache-2.0
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Catalogue quality
7.5/10
Catalogue speed
10/10
Model size
25-80 MB
Voices
8 built-in voices

Can Kitten TTS v0.8 run locally?

Kitten TTS v0.8 can generate speech locally for private voice workflows. Use the verified setup options on this page; no terminal command is required to choose the right path.

Apache-2.0 license. Still verify upstream usage notes before shipping.

Upstream source
realtimelow-latency

Audio profile

Cat. quality
7.5
Cat. speed
10
Audio
8.3

Best fit

Kitten TTS v0.8 is best for fast on-device voice responses and local assistants.

Hardware: cpuedge

Model details

Type
Local TTS model
Family
kitten
Latency
ultra-low
Formats
onnx
Languages
en
Context
15M / 40M / 80M variants; developer preview

Install locally

01
Check runtimeConfirm the backend supports onnx on your machine.
02
Open recommended setupUse the app and model links above. LocalClaw does not expose a terminal command.
03
Test locallyRun a short private audio prompt before moving into production workflows.

Good for

  • text-to-speech generation
  • Edge ready local workflows
  • realtime, low-latency

Watch before shipping

  • Validate pronunciation, latency and artifacts with your own voice samples.
  • Review the upstream license and acceptable-use notes.
  • Benchmark on your target CPU, Apple Silicon or GPU setup.

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