Best Replika Alternatives in 2026 (5 Tested Picks)

Replika was one of the first AI companion apps to go mainstream, and it’s still the name most people type into Google before they’ve heard of anything else in this category. But a lot of Replika users end up looking for something else. In February 2023, Replika’s maker, Luka, removed erotic roleplay for most users without warning, a decision covered by Vice and The Gamer. The feature was only partially restored for accounts created before February 1, 2023 — anyone who signed up after that date still can’t access it. Combine that with users reporting that Replika’s memory feels shallow once a conversation runs long, and it’s easy to see why “Replika alternative” is such a common search.

We tested all five apps below ourselves. Every score, price, and free-tier detail comes directly from our full hands-on reviews, linked throughout.

Companion	Rating	Best for
Candy AI Best Overall	âââââ 4.9	The most complete companion: chat, voice, images, and video with best-in-class visuals.	Try free
OurDream AI Most Realistic	âââââ 4.7	Photorealistic companions and the best long-form scenario play we tested.	Try free
Lovescape Best Customization	âââââ 4.7	Design your ideal companion: appearance, personality, and relationship dynamic.	Try free
Secrets AI Premium Pick	âââââ 4.6	A premium, discreet companion experience for people who value privacy first.	Try free
GirlfriendGPT Best Memory	âââââ 4.8	The strongest long-term memory we tested â remembers your life and brings it up first.	Try free

1. Candy AI — Best Overall Replika Alternative

Candy AI scored 4.9/5 overall in our testing, with a 5.0 for realism and 4.9 for conversation quality — both ahead of the group. Unlike Replika, Candy AI supports romantic and NSFW roleplay as a core feature rather than something added and then pulled back. Plans start from $12.99/month, and the free tier lets you test the conversation style before paying, though it caps daily messages and blurs images. If you want deep character customization without wondering whether the feature set will change under you, this is our top pick.

2. OurDream AI — Best Free Tier

OurDream AI is the most generous app on this list before you pay anything: 50 messages and 5 image credits a day, plus 55 signup coins, on the free tier alone. It scored 4.8 for memory and 4.8 for realism in our review. Paid plans run $19.99/month (or roughly $11.99/month billed annually), plus optional DreamCoins for image and video extras. There’s no native app — web and mobile browser only — but if you want to properly evaluate an AI companion before committing a card number, this is the one to try first.

3. Lovescape — Best for Long-Term Memory

If the reason you’re leaving Replika is that your companion “forgets” things, Lovescape is the app to try. It posted the single highest memory score of any app we’ve tested site-wide: 5.0/5. Lovescape’s adaptive memory is built specifically to track emotional context across sessions rather than just recent messages. Pricing runs about $14.99/month on the standard tier, dropping to roughly $5.99/month effective if you pay annually ($71.88/year). The free tier is credit-limited and mostly a preview.

4. Secrets AI — Best for Privacy

Replika has faced its own share of data-handling criticism over the years, and if privacy is what’s pushing you to switch, Secrets AI is built around exactly that concern. It offers an offline/local mode and audited encryption, with plans from roughly $5.99 to $39.99/month across four tiers. It scored 4.6 overall and 4.7 for conversation quality in our testing. There’s a genuine free tier for basic conversation, no card required to try it.

5. GirlfriendGPT — Best for Character Depth on Paid Tiers

GirlfriendGPT scored 4.9 for conversation and 4.9 for memory in our review — matching or beating Lovescape on memory continuity, but only once you’re on a paid plan. The free tier here is thin, capped at a small number of daily messages. Paid tiers start around $9.99–$15/month, with Deluxe/Elite tiers running $35–$50/month for expanded memory and character options. Best suited to people who know they want to commit rather than casually test the waters.

How They Compare to Replika

The core difference isn’t really about which app is “better” in the abstract — it’s about what Replika restricts that these apps don’t. All five allow romantic and NSFW conversation as a standard, ongoing feature rather than something that could be pulled in a future update. All five also publish their pricing and free-tier limits clearly, which is worth checking directly on each app’s site since pricing structures change. If long-term memory is your main complaint with Replika, Lovescape and GirlfriendGPT scored highest in our testing; if budget and a real free trial matter most, OurDream AI and Secrets AI are the stronger starting points.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a real Replika alternative with no NSFW restrictions?

Candy AI, OurDream AI, Lovescape, Secrets AI, and GirlfriendGPT all support romantic and NSFW conversation as a standard feature rather than a toggle that can be removed. We tested all five hands-on; see our full reviews for details on exactly what’s included at each pricing tier.

Why did people start leaving Replika?

The most-cited reason is Replika’s February 2023 removal of erotic roleplay for most users, which was only partially reversed for accounts created before February 1, 2023. Some users also report that memory and conversational depth feel weaker on Replika compared to newer, more specialized apps.

Which Replika alternative has the best memory?

In our testing, Lovescape scored the highest memory rating of any AI companion app we’ve reviewed, at 5.0 out of 5, built around adaptive tracking of emotional context across sessions. GirlfriendGPT scored close behind at 4.9, though mainly on its paid tiers.

Is there a free Replika alternative to try first?

OurDream AI has the most generous free tier we tested: 50 messages and 5 image credits per day, plus a 55-coin signup bonus, with no credit card required. Secrets AI also offers a genuine free conversation tier.

Are these apps safe to use?

Safety and privacy practices vary by app. Secrets AI is built specifically around privacy, with an offline mode and audited encryption. We cover data practices, regulation, and what to look for in our AI companion safety and privacy guide.