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Pi vs Linky
Pi scores higher in our catalogue (4.0 vs 3.6), but the right pick depends on what you need: Linky may suit you better on price and features.
| Pi0 | Linky0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.0 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $9.08/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. | Around $17/mo or about $109/yr. Free tier: 20-30 messages/day with heavy ads. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | Optional mature 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 | iOS, Android |
| 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
Linky — our take
Busy and ad-heavy on free, but the character roster is broad and it is one of few with a clear 17+ rating trail.
- Large character roster
- Voice plus image features
- Cheap annual plan
Pi vs Linky — common questions
Which is cheaper, Pi or Linky?
Pi is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $9.08/mo for Linky.
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. Linky: 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.