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SoulChat vs ElliQ
SoulChat is the stronger pick if you want voice notes and image sharing and custom characters, while ElliQ fits better if live voice calls matter more.
SoulChat — our own app. Free to try, no account needed for your first messages.
| SoulChatSponsored · Partner | ElliQ0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | — | 4.1 / 5 |
| Price | $9.99/mo | See site |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Not published |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Price detail | VIP $9.99/mo, $29.99/quarterly, $119.99/yr — flat, no coins. Free tier: 5 messages before you register, then 25/day. | Hardware plus subscription; pricing varies by programme and region. |
| Adult content | Optional mature mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Voice notes | Live calls |
| Images | Yes | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | No |
| Companion types | Female companion, Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | — |
| Runs locally | No | No |
SoulChat — our take
A deliberately hand-authored cast of six rather than a community character library — you trade variety for characters that keep one consistent voice.
- Free tier needs no account at all — 5 messages before you sign up
- Six companions with one fixed voice each, plus your own custom characters
- In-chat selfie generation with a free daily quota, plus group chat with spatial audio
ElliQ — our take
The clearest example of companionship as a product with real-world purpose.
- Physical presence, not just an app
- Purpose-built for older adults
- Caregiver features
SoulChat vs ElliQ — common questions
Which is cheaper, SoulChat or ElliQ?
One or both do not publish a comparable monthly price, so we show what each states on its own pricing page: SoulChat $9.99/mo, ElliQ See site. Confirm at checkout, since regional pricing varies.
Which one has a free tier?
Only SoulChat has a free tier; ElliQ is paid-only.
Which remembers conversations better?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: voice support differs between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
SoulChat: Optional mature mode. ElliQ: 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.