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Head to head · facts checked 12 November 2026

Replika vs Talkie

Replika's price is not verified. Talkie's lowest verified plan is $9.99 a month. Replika states a minimum age of 18+ (Google Play rates it Teen); Talkie states 14+ (15 or 16 in some European countries); the iOS listing is rated 18+. We found 1 verified difference between them, listed below.

Replika vs Talkie: side by side

ReplikaTalkie
Price fromNot verifiedfrom $9.99 a month (Talkie+)
Free tierYesYes
PlatformsiOS, Android, WebiOS, Android, Web
Minimum age18+ (Google Play rates it Teen)14+ (15 or 16 in some European countries); the iOS listing is rated 18+
Adult contentNot allowedNot allowed
Voice✓ YesNot verified
Images✓ Yes✓ Yes
Memory✓ Yes✓ Yes
Group chatNot verifiedNot verified
Custom characters✓ Yes✓ Yes
Video✓ YesNot verified
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.The terms set a minimum age of 14 and describe no teen mode, while the iOS listing is rated 18+ and lists parental controls and age assurance without detail.
CompanyLuka, Inc.MiniMax (App Store seller: SUBSUP PTE. LTD.)
Launched20172023

Key differences

  • Minimum age: Replika states 18+ (Google Play rates it Teen); Talkie states 14+ (15 or 16 in some European countries); the iOS listing is rated 18+.

Choose Replika if…

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

Replika: full profile →

Choose Talkie if…

Users who want a free, community-driven character chat app with user-created characters.

Talkie: full profile →

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Replika or Talkie?
Replika's price is not verified; Talkie's lowest verified plan is $9.99 a month (Talkie+). Prices were checked on 12 November 2026 and can change.
Are Replika and Talkie free?
Replika has a free tier; Talkie has a free tier.
What are the age limits for Replika and Talkie?
Replika states 18+ (Google Play rates it Teen); Talkie states 14+ (15 or 16 in some European countries); the iOS listing is rated 18+.
Do Replika and Talkie allow adult content?
Adult content: on Replika it is not allowed; on Talkie it is not allowed.
Who should choose Replika or Talkie?
Replika: Adults who want a single long-running, customisable companion focused on conversation and emotional support. Talkie: Users who want a free, community-driven character chat app with user-created characters.

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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.