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Replika vs Ello
Replika scores higher in our catalogue (4.1 vs 4.0), but the right pick depends on what you need: Ello may suit you better on price and features.
| Replika0 | Ello0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.1 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $5.83/mo | $11.58/mo |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Price detail | Pro $19.99/mo or $69.99/yr (~$5.83/mo); Ultra $29.99/mo; a higher tier exists at an unpublished price. Replika does not list prices on its website — they show only in-app and vary by region. | 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. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Voice notes |
| Images | No | No |
| Video | Yes | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | Yes |
| Companion types | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | iOS |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Replika — our take
Still the strongest product for people who want one companion and a real feeling of continuity.
- Deepest emotional-continuity design
- Voice calls plus AR and avatar video
- Wellbeing features are genuinely useful
Ello — our take
A well-executed, unambiguously safe AI companion for children.
- Purpose-built for children
- Strong privacy posture
- Backed by reading research
Replika vs Ello — common questions
Which is cheaper, Replika or Ello?
Replika is the cheaper of the two at $5.83/mo, against $11.58/mo for Ello.
Which one has a free tier?
Only Replika 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?
Replika: No adult mode. Ello: 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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