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Pi vs Dola
Pi edges Dola on our editorial score (4.0 vs 3.9), but Pi is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls, while Dola fits better if voice notes or image sharing matter more.
0| Pi | Dola | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.0 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Price band | Free | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free, with no usage limit and no paid tier — no card required. | Free to use (2026-09-30); no consumer subscription found. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | No |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Pi — our take
Completely free, genuinely warm, and no upsell wall. Not a roleplay product, but an excellent listener.
- Entirely free with unlimited voice
- Consistently rated the most empathetic free model
- No ads
Dola — our take
Formerly Cici AI: a polished free assistant for chat, planning and daily tasks from ByteDance.
- Free and unlimited-feeling
- Strong mobile experience
- Backed by ByteDance models
Pi vs Dola — common questions
Which is cheaper, Pi or Dola?
They cost the same on our recorded numbers (Free).
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?
Pi: No adult mode. Dola: 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.