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Best AI Companion Apps in 2026
The ways an AI companion app communicates and remembers context can shape the kind of interaction you want. Compared on conversation limits, customization, and persistent memory, these entries also show whether voice conversations, image or video chat, and proactive messages are available. Mobile access, free plans, and paid-from pricing help you compare access and cost. Ensoul, Kissable, and Nomi AI are among the apps shown, alongside Paradot AI. Consider which interaction features matter to you, how much continuity you expect between conversations, and which access options fit your routine.
- 35 apps
- Research read 23 Sept 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
Anima
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebAnima offers customizable conversation and calling, with a free starting option and tokens for some higher-tier features.
- 2
Ensoul
Free plan AndroidMacWeb+1Ensoul offers local companion records, memory controls, and several ways to import and export companion data.
- 3
Candy AI
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebCandy AI combines character chat, customization, roleplay and multimedia features across mobile and web.
- 4
DreamGF AI
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebDreamGF AI offers customizable fictional companions, persistent memory, and voice and media features, with access across mobile and web.
- 5
AI Angels
Free plan WebAI Angels combines companion chat with image, video, and community-character features, including limited free creation.
- 6
Bestie AI
Free plan AndroidiPhoneBestie AI combines several AI personalities with voice calls, relationship tracking, and reflection features in a free mobile app.
- 7
Chitin
Free plan iPhoneMacChoose Chitin if you want AI agents presented through animated avatars and voice conversations, or need APP connections for your agents.
- 8
EVA AI
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebEVA AI pairs text and voice chats with customizable characters and is available across mobile and web. Review its age, use, privacy, and free-access terms before choosing it.
- 9
Kindroid
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1Kindroid combines extensive character customization with several ways to communicate and persistent memory options.
- 10
BeMyBuddi
Free plan WebChoose BeMyBuddi if you want browser-based conversations with fictional companions, recurring context, proactive messages, and in-conversation games.
- 11
Kissable
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebKissable combines customizable companions, persistent memory, and several forms of media messaging.
- 12
Friends
Free plan AndroidiPhoneChoose Friends if you want a customizable virtual companion, especially one you can shape with a friend, and value its study or self-care companions. Its main features are free to use.
- 13
Paradot AI
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3 - 14
Evermii
Free plan WebEvermii offers a free, memory-based AI companion with controls for personalisation and stored details. Users should understand its US data processing, OpenAI involvement and non-healthcare scope.
- 15
friend
Free plan iPhoneFriend combines an iOS app with a Bluetooth wearable for spoken interaction and shared memories. Consider the connection requirements, memory terms, and non-emergency limitations before choosing it.
- 16
Muah.AI
Free plan AndroidWebMuah.AI offers broad companion customization across conversational and generated media formats, with free access plus annual upgrades.
- 17
Neo
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebNeo combines companion features, memory, mentor modes, and searchable journaling, with a free plan and paid options for individuals and families.
- 18
Nomi AI
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebNomi offers customizable AI companions with persistent memory, voice conversation, image features, and group chats.
- 19
Hina
Free plan WebHina focuses on persistent conversational memory, personalization, and follow-up. Consider its adult-only audience and stated safety limits when deciding whether it fits your needs.
- 20
Joii
Free plan iPhoneChoose Joii if you want an iPhone companion that combines remembered conversations, voice, proactive check-ins, and habit support.
- 21
MyBae
Free plan AndroidiPhoneChoose MyBae if you want a mobile AI companion app with character matching, remembered conversation details, and support for 17 languages.
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Replika
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebReplika combines conversational memory and customization with text and voice access across mobile and web.
- 23
Utsuwa
Free plan AndroidLinuxMac+3Utsuwa combines avatar customization, voice, and memory with options for local operation.
- 24
GoVoko
Free plan AndroidiPhoneGoVoko combines customizable characters, voice conversations, and remembered context with free daily usage.
- 25
MyBestie
Free plan iPhoneMyBestie offers text-based conversations and proactive check-ins, with additional sharing and journaling features in Premium. It is not a substitute for professional or emergency support.
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