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Wysa vs Perplexity
Perplexity 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 price and features.
0| Wysa0 | Perplexity0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Price | $8.33/mo billed yearly | $16.67/mo |
| Price band | Under $10/mo | $10–20/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| 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 tier (unlimited quick searches, 5 Pro queries/day). Pro $20/mo or $200/yr (~$16.67/mo); Max $200/mo. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | No | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | No |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| 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
Perplexity — our take
Less a companion, more a research sidekick, but its free tier and cited answers make it a handy daily AI.
- Cited sources on every answer
- Strong free tier
- Fast, focused answers
Wysa vs Perplexity — common questions
Which is cheaper, Wysa or Perplexity?
Wysa is the cheaper of the two at $8.33/mo billed yearly, against $16.67/mo for Perplexity.
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: price and platform coverage differ between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
Wysa: No adult mode. Perplexity: 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.