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Replika vs EDNA
Replika edges EDNA on our editorial score (4.1 vs 4.0), but Replika is the better fit if you want video and custom characters; EDNA has no clear edge there.
0| Replika0 | EDNA0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.1 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $5.83/mo | $15/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| Price detail | Pro $19.99/mo or $69.99/yr (~$5.83/mo); Ultra $29.99/mo; a higher tier exists at an unpublished price.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. | Directory quoting edna.care (2026-09): free core tier (daily activities, 3 scam checks/day); Premium $19.99/mo or $179.99/yr (~$15/mo) with all 9 companions and family features. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| Images | No | No |
| Video | Yes | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | No |
| Companion types | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS |
| 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
EDNA — our take
Voice-driven companionship with scam detection and family alerts — the standout eldercare option in the category.
- Voice input, no typing needed
- Real-time scam detection and family alerts
- Nine companion personalities
Replika vs EDNA — common questions
Which is cheaper, Replika or EDNA?
Replika is the cheaper of the two at $5.83/mo, against $15/mo for EDNA.
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. EDNA: 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.