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ChatGPT vs Ello
ChatGPT edges Ello on our editorial score (4.2 vs 4.0), but ChatGPT is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls and image sharing and video, while Ello fits better if voice notes matter more.
0| ChatGPT0 | Ello0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.2 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $20/mo | $11.58/mo |
| Price band | $10–20/mo | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Price detail | Free tier available; Plus $20/mo, billed monthly only — the annual discount applies to Business seats, not Plus. Voice mode included. | Free 14-day trial, then $14.99/mo or $139/yr (~$11.58/mo). A means-tested low-income rate drops the monthly price to $0.99. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | Yes | No |
| Video | Yes | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, Desktop | iOS |
| Runs locally | No | No |
ChatGPT — our take
Not built as a companion, but its memory and voice mode make it a legitimate daily chat partner.
- Best general reasoning and writing
- Strong voice mode
- Memory across conversations
Ello — our take
A well-executed, unambiguously safe AI companion for children.
- Purpose-built for children
- Strong privacy posture
- Backed by reading research
ChatGPT vs Ello — common questions
Which is cheaper, ChatGPT or Ello?
Ello is the cheaper of the two at $11.58/mo, against $20/mo for ChatGPT.
Which one has a free tier?
Only ChatGPT has a free tier; Ello is paid-only.
Which remembers conversations better?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: voice support differs between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
ChatGPT: No adult mode. Ello: 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.