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Ello vs Tolan
Ello scores higher in our catalogue (4.0 vs 3.8), but the right pick depends on what you need: Tolan may suit you better on budget.
| Ello0 | Tolan0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.0 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Price | $11.58/mo | $9.99/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. | Premium $9.99/mo on its own store page. Tolan also sells weekly and yearly plans at prices that differ by storefront and region, so we show the monthly rate rather than an unconfirmed yearly figure. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Voice notes | Live calls |
| Images | No | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Non-binary |
| 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
Tolan — our take
The most interesting voice-first companion to appear recently: friendship without romantic framing.
- Genuinely warm voice interaction
- Non-romantic framing makes it easy to recommend
- Strong personality writing
Ello vs Tolan — common questions
Which is cheaper, Ello or Tolan?
Tolan is the cheaper of the two at $9.99/mo, against $11.58/mo for Ello.
Which one has a free tier?
Only Tolan 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. Tolan: 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.
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