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Character.AI vs Elyvie AI
Character.AI edges Elyvie AI on our editorial score (4.4 vs 3.9), but Character.AI is the better fit if you want custom characters; Elyvie AI has no clear edge there.
0| Character.AI0 | Elyvie AI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.4 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Price | $7.92/mo | Free |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | c.ai+ $9.99/mo or $94.99/yr (~$7.92/mo). Free chat is unlimited but carries ads, a daily swipe cap and a Charms currency. A cheaper (c.ai) lite tier exists but its price varies by region. | Unlimited free text chat (no message limit); pre-uploaded selfies are free. Paid credits: AI photo 2 credits, voice call 2 credits/min. Supports 6 languages. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | No |
| Companion types | Any character | Female companion |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, Telegram |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Character.AI — our take
The default starting point: unmatched variety and the most generous free tier in the category.
- 20M+ community characters
- Unlimited free text chat
- Best-in-class prose quality
Elyvie AI — our take
A single private companion with relationship stages and two-tier memory; text chat is unlimited and free, with media on a credit system.
- Unlimited free text chat
- Relationship stages and two-tier memory
- Voice calls and selfies on credits
Character.AI vs Elyvie AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, Character.AI or Elyvie AI?
Elyvie AI is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $7.92/mo for Character.AI.
Which one has a free tier?
Both do — you can try either without paying.
Which remembers conversations better?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: voice support differs between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
Character.AI: No adult mode. Elyvie AI: No adult mode. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.