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Gemini vs Candy AI
Candy AI is the better fit if you want custom characters; Gemini has no clear edge there.
0| Gemini0 | Candy AI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.2 / 5 | — |
| Price | $4.99/mo | $3.99/mo |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free tier (Gemini 3.6 Flash, limited Pro, Imagen 3, Veo 3, Live voice, 5 Deep Research/mo, 15GB). Google AI Plus $4.99/mo, Pro $19.99/mo, Ultra $99.99/mo. | Premium is $12.99/mo, $8.99/mo billed quarterly, or $3.99/mo billed annually ($47.88 upfront). Images, voice and video all draw on one 100-token monthly pool that runs out quickly. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | Adult-first |
| Voice | Voice notes | Voice notes |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Gemini — our take
A general assistant that doubles as a companion: strong memory, Imagen image generation, Veo video and a Live voice mode.
- Image and video generation built in
- Live voice mode
- Strong free tier
Candy AI — our take
Built around image generation, and the shared token pool is what decides your real bill.
- Strong image generation
Gemini vs Candy AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, Gemini or Candy AI?
Candy AI is the cheaper of the two at $3.99/mo, against $4.99/mo for Gemini.
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: price and platform coverage differ between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
Gemini: No adult mode. Candy 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.
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