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Replika vs MyShell AI
Replika edges MyShell AI on our editorial score (4.1 vs 4.0), but Replika is the stronger pick if you want video, while MyShell AI fits better if image sharing matter more.
0| Replika | MyShell AI | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.1 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $5.83/mo | Free |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Free |
| 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| Price detail | Pro $19.99/mo or $69.99/yr (~$5.83/mo); Ultra $29.99/mo; a higher tier exists at an unpublished price.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 to use and create; premium agent features and credits exist in-app with no public price list (2026-09-30). |
| Adult content | No adult mode | Optional mature mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| 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 |
| 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
MyShell AI — our take
A creator economy for companions: voice-driven agents, community trading and on-chain ownership.
- Strong voice and speech stack
- Large creator community
- Companions across many modalities
Replika vs MyShell AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, Replika or MyShell AI?
MyShell AI is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $5.83/mo for Replika.
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. MyShell AI: Optional mature mode. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.