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Head to head · facts checked 12 November 2026

Replika vs Candy AI

Replika's price is not verified. Candy AI's lowest verified plan is $3.99 a month. Replika states a minimum age of 18+ (Google Play rates it Teen); Candy AI states 18+. We found 3 verified differences between them, listed below.

Replika vs Candy AI: side by side

ReplikaCandy AI
Price fromNot verifiedfrom $3.99 a month (12 months)
Free tierYesNot verified
PlatformsiOS, Android, WebWeb
Minimum age18+ (Google Play rates it Teen)18+
Adult contentNot allowedAllowed for adults
Voice✓ Yes✓ Yes
Images✓ Yes✓ Yes
Memory✓ Yes✓ Yes
Group chatNot verifiedNot verified
Custom characters✓ Yes✓ Yes
Video✓ Yes✓ Yes
Teen safetyAdults-only service that asks for date of birth at sign-up, reserves the right to use age-assurance measures and deletes accounts found to belong to under-18s.Access relies mainly on a self-declared age gate, and the operator says it may request further adult verification.
CompanyLuka, Inc.EverAI Limited
Launched2017Not verified

Key differences

  • Minimum age: Replika states 18+ (Google Play rates it Teen); Candy AI states 18+.
  • Adult content: not allowed on Replika; allowed for adults on Candy AI.
  • Platforms: Replika is also on iOS, Android.

Choose Replika if…

Adults who want a single long-running, customisable companion focused on conversation and emotional support.

Replika: full profile →

Choose Candy AI if…

Adults who want a browser-based companion with image, voice and video generation in one subscription.

Candy AI: full profile →

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Replika or Candy AI?
Replika's price is not verified; Candy AI's lowest verified plan is $3.99 a month (12 months). Prices were checked on 12 November 2026 and can change.
Are Replika and Candy AI free?
Replika has a free tier; Candy AI's free tier is not verified.
What are the age limits for Replika and Candy AI?
Replika states 18+ (Google Play rates it Teen); Candy AI states 18+.
Do Replika and Candy AI allow adult content?
Adult content: on Replika it is not allowed; on Candy AI it is allowed for adults.
Who should choose Replika or Candy AI?
Replika: Adults who want a single long-running, customisable companion focused on conversation and emotional support. Candy AI: Adults who want a browser-based companion with image, voice and video generation in one subscription.

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Facts checked 12 November 2026. Prices and policies change; confirm in the app before you pay. “Not verified” means we could not confirm it from a reliable source.