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Replika vs Sesame
Replika scores higher in our catalogue (4.1 vs 3.6), but the right pick depends on what you need: Sesame may suit you better on price and features.
| Replika0 | Sesame0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | $5.83/mo | Free |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Pro $19.99/mo or $69.99/yr (~$5.83/mo); Ultra $29.99/mo; a higher tier exists at an unpublished price.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 during the research preview, on web and in the mobile app. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | Live calls | Live calls |
| Images | No | No |
| Video | Yes | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | Yes | No |
| Companion types | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary | Female companion, Male companion, Non-binary |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| 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
Sesame — our take
Started as a voice demo; now a mobile preview of four named agents that still lead the field on presence.
- Best voice presence we have heard
- Free during preview
- Conversational timing is excellent
Replika vs Sesame — common questions
Which is cheaper, Replika or Sesame?
Sesame is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $5.83/mo for Replika.
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?
Replika: No adult mode. Sesame: 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.