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Pi vs Hakko AI
Pi scores higher in our catalogue (4.0 vs 4.0), but the right pick depends on what you need: Hakko AI may suit you better on price and features.
0| Pi0 | Hakko AI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.0 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $8.33/mo |
| Price band | Free | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free, with no usage limit and no paid tier — no card required. | Free: 30 min voice/day and roleplay mode. Hakko+ Pro $9.99/mo ($99.99/yr); Ultra $19.99/mo ($199.99/yr) adds unlimited voice and Romantic mode. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android, Desktop |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Pi — our take
Completely free, genuinely warm, and no upsell wall. Not a roleplay product, but an excellent listener.
- Entirely free with unlimited voice
- Consistently rated the most empathetic free model
- No ads
Hakko AI — our take
A gaming-focused companion that reads your screen and roleplays along, with voice, Live2D-style visuals and a Romantic mode on higher tiers.
- Screen-aware gaming roleplay
- Free daily voice allowance
- Live2D-style visuals
Pi vs Hakko AI — common questions
Which is cheaper, Pi or Hakko AI?
Pi is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $8.33/mo for Hakko AI.
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?
Pi: No adult mode. Hakko AI: 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.