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Pi vs PolyBuzz
Pi scores higher in our catalogue (4.0 vs 3.9), but the right pick depends on what you need: PolyBuzz may suit you better on price and features.
| Pi0 | PolyBuzz0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.0 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $8.25/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. | Basic $9.90/mo or $99/yr (~$8.25/mo); Premium $19.90/mo, Ultimate $29.90/mo. Coins on top start at $2.49. |
| 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 | Web, 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
PolyBuzz — our take
The closest thing to Character.AI with a looser filter — as long as you accept an older model on free.
- Unlimited free text chat
- 20M+ community characters
- Web and mobile stay in sync
Pi vs PolyBuzz — common questions
Which is cheaper, Pi or PolyBuzz?
Pi is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $8.25/mo for PolyBuzz.
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. PolyBuzz: 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.