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Pi vs Oscar Stories
Pi edges Oscar Stories on our editorial score (4.0 vs 3.9), but Pi is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls and long-term memory, while Oscar Stories fits better if voice notes or image sharing matter more.
0| Pi | Oscar Stories | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 stories with limits; premium options in-app (2026-09-30). |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | No |
| 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
Oscar Stories — our take
Kid-safe story generator: the child becomes the hero, with narration and gentle morals.
- Kid-safe by design
- Personalized hero and narration
- Illustrated stories
Pi vs Oscar Stories — common questions
Which is cheaper, Pi or Oscar Stories?
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?
Pi retains context across sessions; Oscar Stories keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
Pi: No adult mode. Oscar Stories: 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.