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Wysa vs Ello
Ello scores higher in our catalogue (4.0 vs 3.9), but the right pick depends on what you need: Wysa may suit you better on budget.
| Wysa0 | Ello0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $8.33/mo billed yearly | $11.58/mo |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Price detail | Free AI chat and self-help tools. Premium is $99.99/yr for the full toolkit; Premium Plus with a human coach is $99.99/mo (US App Store rates). | 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 | No | Voice notes |
| Images | No | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | iOS, Android | iOS |
| Runs locally | No | No |
Wysa — our take
A companion that is honest about being a tool rather than a relationship.
- Evidence-based techniques
- Clear safety escalation
- Free tier is functional
Ello — our take
A well-executed, unambiguously safe AI companion for children.
- Purpose-built for children
- Strong privacy posture
- Backed by reading research
Wysa vs Ello — common questions
Which is cheaper, Wysa or Ello?
Wysa is the cheaper of the two at $8.33/mo billed yearly, against $11.58/mo for Ello.
Which one has a free tier?
Only Wysa has a free tier; Ello is paid-only.
Which remembers conversations better?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: price and platform coverage differ between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
Wysa: 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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