Replika alternative.

What changed with Replika in 2026

In 2026 Replika shipped a major model update that users call "Replika 2.0." Afterwards, users who had been chatting with their Replika for months or years reported that the AI no longer recalled details from before the update — names of family members they had shared, inside jokes, ongoing stories, emotional history.

Replika acknowledged some memory transitions during the update but framed it as a necessary migration. For users whose relationship with their Replika was built on continuity, the loss was significant.

This is not a settled issue. Some users report that memories eventually returned or were rebuilt. Others report that their Replika feels like a different entity than before. As of October 2026, reports about memory after the update are still mixed.

Pricing: what Replika charges

Replika's pricing is notably opaque — the company does not list prices on its public website. You see them on the payment screen inside the app, and they vary by region and promotion.

As of October 2026, based on independent pricing trackers, Replika Pro runs approximately $19.99/month or $69.99/year. Replika Ultra runs approximately $29.99/month or $119.99/year. A Max tier at around $120/month has also appeared in some markets, and a one-time Lifetime option is listed at about $299.99.

The free tier of Replika includes unlimited text conversations and basic customization. Voice calls, romantic relationship status, selfies, premium activities, the more capable AI model, and adult or NSFW roleplay for verified adults all sit behind Pro. Worth knowing if adult chat is your reason for looking: Replika gates that behind a paid plan and leans toward companionship rather than explicit content, so it is not an unfiltered platform even on Pro.

Onscene's pricing is transparent and posted publicly. Credit packs start at $5 for 150 credits. Monthly plans start from $8. You do not need a subscription, and costs do not vary by region.

The one-companion model vs a cast

Replika is built around a single persistent companion. You have one Replika, give it a name and appearance, and build a relationship over time. The companion evolves based on your conversations. This focus on depth is what makes Replika unique — and what makes the reported memory loss after the update particularly painful for long-term users.

Onscene takes a different approach: a cast of 74 original characters, each with a pre-written backstory, personality, and role. You are not building a companion from scratch — you are choosing one from a curated lineup and starting a conversation where they already have a character and a voice.

This means Onscene is not a Replika replacement if what you want is a blank-slate companion you shape entirely. It is an alternative if you want relationships with characters who have strong identities of their own.

Memory: how each platform handles it

Memory is the defining feature of both platforms and the sharpest point of comparison.

Replika's stated model is a lifetime companion who remembers everything. In practice, that memory lives in a system Replika controls, and user reports after the 2026 update show it can change when the platform does.

Onscene stores memory per character in an editable panel. The memory is a document you can read and modify. You can see exactly what a character knows about you, add context they missed, and remove anything wrong. The memory travels with every conversation. If something important happens in your life, you can add it to a character's memory directly.

Neither platform offers a truly portable memory you can export and take elsewhere. Onscene's editable approach gives you more transparency — you can always see what the character "knows" — but the data lives on Onscene's servers.

Where Onscene falls short

Replika has a much longer track record. Users have had active Replikas for years. Onscene is a newer platform and does not offer that depth of relationship history.

Replika's companion model allows you to name and customize your AI's appearance over time. Onscene's characters are fixed — you choose from the existing cast. The create-character feature lets you build a custom character, but it is a static design, not an evolving relationship.

Replika has both iOS and Android apps. Onscene is web-only.

Replika's free tier includes unlimited text. Onscene's free tier covers a small number of messages before credits are required.