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Replika vs Sonia
Replika edges Sonia on our editorial score (4.1 vs 3.7), but Replika is the better fit if you want live voice calls and video and custom characters; Sonia has no clear edge there.
0| Replika | Sonia | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.1 / 5 | 3.7 / 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| Price detail | Pro $19.99/mo or $69.99/yr (~$5.83/mo); Ultra $29.99/mo; a higher tier exists at an unpublished price.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. | No public pricing page (checked 2026-09-30); subscription appears in-app. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | No |
| 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 | 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
Sonia — our take
Conversational mental-health support with CBT underpinnings; pricing stays inside the app.
- Always-available emotional support
- Free tier to start
- Private and judgment-free positioning
Replika vs Sonia — common questions
Which is cheaper, Replika or Sonia?
One or both do not publish a comparable monthly price, so we show what each states on its own pricing page: Replika $5.83/mo, Sonia Free. Confirm at checkout, since regional pricing varies.
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. Sonia: 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.