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Replika vs Claude
Replika edges Claude on our editorial score (4.1 vs 4.0), but Replika is the stronger pick if you want live voice calls and video, while Claude fits better if voice notes or image sharing matter more.
0| Replika0 | Claude0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.1 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $5.83/mo | $16.67/mo |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Pro $19.99/mo or $69.99/yr (~$5.83/mo); Ultra $29.99/mo; a higher tier exists at an unpublished price. Replika does not list prices on its website — they show only in-app and vary by region. | Free tier available; Pro $20/mo or $200/yr (~$16.67/mo). Max starts at $100/mo. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | Yes | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android, Desktop |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Replika — our take
Still the strongest product for people who want one companion and a real feeling of continuity.
- Deepest emotional-continuity design
- Voice calls plus AR and avatar video
- Wellbeing features are genuinely useful
Claude — our take
Best for nuanced, long-form conversation; it will decline romantic roleplay firmly.
- Excellent long-form writing
- Careful, low-hallucination tone
- Projects and styles
Replika vs Claude — common questions
Which is cheaper, Replika or Claude?
Replika is the cheaper of the two at $5.83/mo, against $16.67/mo for Claude.
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?
Replika: No adult mode. Claude: 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.