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friend vs Kissable
Both stand on ai companion apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan iPhone
Friend 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.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Kissable combines customizable companions, persistent memory, and several forms of media messaging. Its appearance-change restriction and third-party message processing are worth considering before creating an account.
Visit KissableThe facts
| friend | Kissable | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Memory subscription: $9.99 a month | Premium: $149.99 a year |
| Plans published | 2 | 10 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | friend.com | kissable.app |
| On ai companion apps | #15 of 35 | #11 of 35 |
friend: what it does well
- Voice and private text conversations
- Up to 20 named personalities
- 18–24 hours typical battery use
- One-year limited warranty
What to know first
- Requires an iPhone and internet connection
- Not waterproof
- Free-plan memories fade after 30 days
- Wearable costs $249, paid once
Kissable: what it does well
- Persistent conversation memory appears in a visual Discover tab.
- Voice messages offer 10+ emotional tones.
- Companions can initiate up to five daily texts.
- Users can import companion details from other apps.
What to know first
- Changing appearance after setup requires creating a new account.
- Messages are processed by third-party AI providers.
- The app is intended for adults aged 18 and over.
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