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Character.AI vs Secret Desires AI
Character.AI edges Secret Desires AI on our editorial score (4.4 vs 3.9), but the two are close on features — Secret Desires AI is cheaper at $6.67/mo (~$1/mo less), so default to it unless you prefer Character.AI's branding.
0| Character.AI0 | Secret Desires AI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.4 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Price | $7.92/mo | $6.67/mo |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Under $10/mo |
| 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. | Pro $7.99/mo, Ultra $13.99/mo (voice cloning), Max $19.99/mo (face swap). Annual from $79.99/yr (~$6.67/mo); quarterly plans too. Free tier available. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | Adult-first |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| 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
Secret Desires AI — our take
An adults-only companion centered on voice cloning, face-swap images, and deep character customization.
- Voice cloning on higher tiers
- Face-swap image generation
- Strong character customization
Character.AI vs Secret Desires AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, Character.AI or Secret Desires AI?
Secret Desires AI is the cheaper of the two at $6.67/mo, 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. Secret Desires AI: Adult-first. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.