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Replika review (2026): what's verified, what isn't
Before you give Replika your card number, here's what its own published pages actually say — pricing, NSFW policy, features — sourced, dated, and with the gaps marked as gaps.
Replika at a glance
- Known for: The pioneer mainstream AI companion app (its site claims it built 'the world's first AI companion ten years ago'), reporting 42M+ users, with 3D avatars and a wellness-oriented positioning.
- Verified entry price: $19.99/mo (as of 2026-07-23)
- NSFW policy: partially allows NSFW content
- Claims verified on this page: 8, each with a source URL
Pricing
| Plan | Price / month | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Replika Pro (monthly) | $19.99 | Corroborated by multiple secondary sources (eesel, aicompanionpick, pocketanimus). Not published on official site; region/promo variance reported. |
| Replika Pro (annual) | $5.83 (annual, per month) | $69.99/year (~$5.83/mo effective), corroborated by multiple secondary sources. |
Free tier: Free tier with basic chat; Pro unlocks voice calls, romantic relationship modes, selfies and the upgraded model. Official site does not publish prices on the web — prices appear in-app and vary by region/promotion.
Features we could verify
- memory: Yes — Official site: 'Always remembers what matters' — relationships, routines, plans, personal details.
- voice chat: Yes — Official site: 'Call your Rep whenever you need to talk'.
- image generation: Yes — Official site: 'Sends selfies, doodles on your photos, reacts to everything'.
- character creation: Yes — Avatar customization so 'your Rep feels like who they're supposed to be' (one companion you shape, not a character library).
- mobile apps: Yes — Official site: 'Available for iOS and Android'.
NSFW policy
Replika partially allows NSFW content. Replika removed erotic roleplay in February–March 2023, then restored it only for accounts created before Feb 1, 2023 via a 'legacy' version toggle; stricter filters remained for newer accounts. Policy has shifted over time — current exact stance not published on the official homepage.
How this review was built
This is a document review: we compared Replika's published pricing and policy pages against the rest of the market, dated every claim, and marked what we couldn't verify as unconfirmed. We have not claimed hands-on testing of Replika, and we don't assign scores that would imply it. One thing you should know before the next section: PureLove is our own product — first-hand statements on this site are about it only. Full rules: editorial policy.
How Replika compares to our pick
The sourced head-to-head is here: PureLove vs Replika — including the rows Replika wins.
Where we'd start instead
Best for: adult chat with voice, memory and images at the lowest verified entry price we track
PureLove — our own product, hence this box — covers adult chat with long-term memory, voice messages, live calls and image generation from $2.99/month on the annual plan. Image generation runs on tokens, so heavy image users pay beyond the subscription. Weigh it against Replika with both pricing tables open.
- Verified entry price $2.99/mo (12-month plan) vs $19.99/mo for Replika
- Voice on every message plus live calls, included in premium
- Long-term memory and unlimited messages on premium
- Explicit content is a paid unlock — the free account is for trying the chat, not for everything.
- Explicit content is a paid unlock, not free
Frequently asked questions
Is Replika legit?
Replika is a real, operating platform (checked 2026-07-23). This review covers 8 verified claims about it, each with a source URL; anything we couldn't verify is marked unconfirmed rather than guessed.
Does Replika allow NSFW content?
Replika partially allows NSFW content. Replika removed erotic roleplay in February–March 2023, then restored it only for accounts created before Feb 1, 2023 via a 'legacy' version toggle; stricter filters remained for newer accounts. Policy has shifted over time — current exact stance not published on the official homepage.
How much does Replika cost?
Replika paid plans start around $19.99/mo (as of 2026-07-23). Free tier: Free tier with basic chat; Pro unlocks voice calls, romantic relationship modes, selfies and the upgraded model. Official site does not publish prices on the web — prices appear in-app and vary by region/promotion.
What is the best alternative to Replika?
It depends on why you're switching — see our Replika alternatives page for the data-filtered list. Our own pick is PureLove (disclosure: we own it), which starts at $2.99/mo verified.
Sources
- Replika: Replika official homepage (retrieved 2026-07-23)
- Replika: Replika AI pricing 2026 (eesel) (retrieved 2026-07-23, secondary source)
- Replika: Replika Pricing in 2026 (AI Companion Pick) (retrieved 2026-07-23, secondary source)
- Replika: Replika Brings Back Erotic AI Roleplay for Some Users After Outcry (Vice) (retrieved 2026-07-23, secondary source)