Price: Free with ads and limits. c.ai+ $9.99/month (or $94.99/year).
Platforms: Web · iOS · Android
Free plan: yes
API available: no
Open source: no
Available in Spanish: yes
What is Character.AI?
Character.AI is the leading character chatbot platform: millions of community-created personalities (fiction, historical figures, tutors, roleplay) you can talk to by text or voice. You can build your own character in minutes and share it. Huge with younger audiences, with very popular mobile apps.
Pros
- More than 10 million characters created by the community
- Creating your own character is free and very simple
- Voice calls with the characters
- Works well in Spanish
Cons
- The free plan shows full-screen ads and queues at peak times
- Regenerations consume a virtual currency (Charms) on the free plan
- No public API; focused on entertainment rather than productivity
Frequently asked questions
Is Character.AI free?
Yes, with ads, peak-time queues and limits on regenerations. The c.ai+ subscription ($9.99/month) removes ads and gives priority access.
Can I create my own character?
Yes, you define its personality, greeting and style in minutes, and you can keep it private or share it with the community.
Is it suitable for minors?
It has content filters and modes for teens, but supervision is advisable: conversations are open-ended and roleplay is its main use.