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Ello vs Talkie AI
Ello scores higher in our catalogue (4.0 vs 3.9), but the right pick depends on what you need: Talkie AI may suit you better on budget.
| Ello0 | Talkie AI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.0 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Price | $11.58/mo | $8.33/mo |
| Price band | $10–20/mo | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Price detail | Free 14-day trial, then $14.99/mo or $139/yr (~$11.58/mo). A means-tested low-income rate drops the monthly price to $0.99. | Talkie+ Standard $9.99/mo, $26.99 per quarter or $99.99/yr (~$8.33/mo). Free tier: roughly 50 messages/day, 2-minute calls, 5 images. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | Optional mature mode |
| Voice | Voice notes | Live calls |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | iOS | iOS, Android |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Ello — our take
A well-executed, unambiguously safe AI companion for children.
- Purpose-built for children
- Strong privacy posture
- Backed by reading research
Talkie AI — our take
A mobile-first roleplay app that leans on voice and a playful card-collecting loop.
- Strong voice personalities
- Very large character roster
- Supports 95+ languages
Ello vs Talkie AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, Ello or Talkie AI?
Talkie AI is the cheaper of the two at $8.33/mo, against $11.58/mo for Ello.
Which one has a free tier?
Only Talkie AI has a free tier; Ello 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?
Ello: No adult mode. Talkie 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.
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