Comparison
pyvideotrans vs chatterbox-tts-api
Verdict
Pick pyvideotrans if pyvideotrans is a Python-based tool aimed at video language translation, embedding dubbing and subtitles; pick chatterbox-tts-api if chatterbox-TTS-API is a locally hosted Python-based text-to-speech API with capabilities similar to ElevenLabs, offering an OpenAI-compatible interface for generating voice-cloned speech.
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | pyvideotrans | chatterbox-tts-api |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Very active (0d since push) As of Sep 20, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Slowing (271d since push) As of Sep 20, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Personal account As of Sep 20, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Personal account As of Sep 20, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 11, 2026 · osv@v1 | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 15, 2026 · osv@v1 |
| deps.dev advisories | Not queried deps.dev@v1 | Not queried deps.dev@v1 |
| OpenSSF Scorecard | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 |
Tagline
- pyvideotrans
- Translate video language and embed dubbing & subtitles
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Local OpenAI-compatible text-to-speech API using Chatterbox
Stars
- pyvideotrans
- 19k
- chatterbox-tts-api
- 681
Forks
- pyvideotrans
- 2.3k
- chatterbox-tts-api
- 154
Open issues
- pyvideotrans
- 18
- chatterbox-tts-api
- 16
Language
- pyvideotrans
- Python
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Python
Adopt for
- pyvideotrans
- Pyvideotrans is a Python-based tool aimed at video language translation, embedding dubbing and subtitles.
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Chatterbox-TTS-API is a locally hosted Python-based text-to-speech API with capabilities similar to ElevenLabs, offering an OpenAI-compatible interface for generating voice-cloned speech.
Persona
- pyvideotrans
- -
- chatterbox-tts-api
- -
Runtime
- pyvideotrans
- -
- chatterbox-tts-api
- -
License
- pyvideotrans
- GPL-3.0 license indicating it is free software where you can redistribute and/or modify under terms of the GNU General Public License.
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Chatterbox-TTS-API is distributed under the AGPL-3.0 license, ensuring any modifications or derivative works must be shared openly.
Last pushed
- pyvideotrans
- Sep 20, 2026
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Dec 23, 2025
Categories
- pyvideotrans
- Developer Tools, Speech & Audio
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Speech & Audio
Trust and health
Maintenance
- pyvideotrans
- Very active (96%)
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Slowing (36%)
Days since push
- pyvideotrans
- 0d
- chatterbox-tts-api
- 271d
Open issues (now)
- pyvideotrans
- 18
- chatterbox-tts-api
- 16
Stars delta
- pyvideotrans
- +593 (30d)
- chatterbox-tts-api
- +15 (30d)
Open issues delta
- pyvideotrans
- +8 (30d)
- chatterbox-tts-api
- 0 (30d)
Full report
- pyvideotrans
- Trust report
- chatterbox-tts-api
- Trust report
Shared compatibility
- Python · pyvideotrans: Python runtime · chatterbox-tts-api: Python runtime
Choose pyvideotrans if…
- License: pyvideotrans is GPL-3.0, chatterbox-tts-api is AGPL-3.0.
- Requirements: CUDA 12.8 and cuDNN 9.11 are required for GPU acceleration..
- Tags unique to pyvideotrans: speech-to-text, text-to-speech, video-transition.
- Also covers Developer Tools.
- pyvideotrans ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment.
- When you need to translate videos into different languages with embedded dubbing and subtitles directly in the video content.
When NOT to use pyvideotrans
- Avoid using if targeting an environment with Chinese character paths or spaces within directory names, as noted setup instructions emphasize avoiding such paths.
- If real-time video translation capabilities are required; the tool is intended for batch processing of files and might not be suitable for live streaming scenarios.
Choose chatterbox-tts-api if…
- License: chatterbox-tts-api is AGPL-3.0, pyvideotrans is GPL-3.0.
- Requirements: Requires a local setup environment that supports CUDA for optimal performance; Docker can simplify deployment..
- Tags unique to chatterbox-tts-api: ai, chatgpt, chatterbox, cuda.
- When you need a self-hosted solution that mirrors the functionality of ElevenLabs or other proprietary TTS services and requires compatibility with existing ecosystems like Open WebUI or AnythingLLM.
When NOT to use chatterbox-tts-api
- If you require integrations specific to ElevenLabs' proprietary voice models as Chatterbox-TTS-API, despite its capabilities, does not directly support their unique voice libraries.
- For users needing a fully managed service without the complexities of local deployment and maintenance, like that offered by cloud-based TTS providers.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (jianchang512/pyvideotrans) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (jianchang512/pyvideotrans) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (jianchang512/pyvideotrans) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- License file (GPL-3.0) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 16, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- GitHub stars (travisvn/chatterbox-tts-api) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (travisvn/chatterbox-tts-api) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (travisvn/chatterbox-tts-api) · observed Dec 23, 2025
- License file (AGPL-3.0) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 17, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 15, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: pyvideotrans 19k · chatterbox-tts-api 681 (synced Sep 20, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between pyvideotrans and chatterbox-tts-api?
- pyvideotrans: Translate video language and embed dubbing & subtitles. chatterbox-tts-api: Local OpenAI-compatible text-to-speech API using Chatterbox. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose pyvideotrans over chatterbox-tts-api?
- Choose pyvideotrans over chatterbox-tts-api when License: pyvideotrans is GPL-3.0, chatterbox-tts-api is AGPL-3.0; Requirements: CUDA 12.8 and cuDNN 9.11 are required for GPU acceleration.; Tags unique to pyvideotrans: speech-to-text, text-to-speech, video-transition; Also covers Developer Tools; pyvideotrans ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment; When you need to translate videos into different languages with embedded dubbing and subtitles directly in the video content.
- When should I choose chatterbox-tts-api over pyvideotrans?
- Choose chatterbox-tts-api over pyvideotrans when License: chatterbox-tts-api is AGPL-3.0, pyvideotrans is GPL-3.0; Requirements: Requires a local setup environment that supports CUDA for optimal performance; Docker can simplify deployment.; Tags unique to chatterbox-tts-api: ai, chatgpt, chatterbox, cuda; When you need a self-hosted solution that mirrors the functionality of ElevenLabs or other proprietary TTS services and requires compatibility with existing ecosystems like Open WebUI or AnythingLLM.
- When should I avoid pyvideotrans?
- Avoid using if targeting an environment with Chinese character paths or spaces within directory names, as noted setup instructions emphasize avoiding such paths. If real-time video translation capabilities are required; the tool is intended for batch processing of files and might not be suitable for live streaming scenarios.
- When should I avoid chatterbox-tts-api?
- If you require integrations specific to ElevenLabs' proprietary voice models as Chatterbox-TTS-API, despite its capabilities, does not directly support their unique voice libraries. For users needing a fully managed service without the complexities of local deployment and maintenance, like that offered by cloud-based TTS providers.
- Is pyvideotrans or chatterbox-tts-api more popular on GitHub?
- pyvideotrans has more GitHub stars (19,071 vs 681). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are pyvideotrans and chatterbox-tts-api open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (pyvideotrans: GPL-3.0, chatterbox-tts-api: AGPL-3.0).
- Where can I find alternatives to pyvideotrans or chatterbox-tts-api?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at pyvideotrans alternatives and chatterbox-tts-api alternatives (pyvideotrans markdown twin, chatterbox-tts-api markdown twin), ranked by typed relationship edges rather than popularity votes.
- Is there a machine-readable version of this comparison?
- Yes. The markdown twin at this comparison mirrors this page for agents and LLM crawlers, with the same stats table and FAQ answers.
- Which is better maintained, pyvideotrans or chatterbox-tts-api?
- pyvideotrans: Very active. chatterbox-tts-api: Slowing. Compare maintenance labels, days since push, and release cadence in the trust section below - stars alone do not measure maintenance.
- Where are the full trust reports for pyvideotrans and chatterbox-tts-api?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: pyvideotrans trust report; chatterbox-tts-api trust report.