Updated 25 Sep 2026 · 14-day protocol · MyLovely/Candy checkout stamps Sep 2026 · Paradot SERP cite · Fostera/Bae/Loresquad honesty · Proof strip kept
Our top tested replacement when you want chat, character-consistent images, and short video in one free-to-start product. Starter is free; Premium Plus starts from $6.00/mo annual or $19.99/mo monthly (checked 6 Sep 2026). Accept the April 2026 HIBP breach context before you pay — details on the full MyLovely review.
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Four intents show up most often when readers leave or parallel-track Replika.
Scores below are from our Companion Compass reviews. We do not invent scores for untested platforms. Girlfriend GPT (N/R) is demoted from this primary five.
| Rank | Platform | Score | Best for | Starting price | Free tier | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | MyLovely.ai | All-in-one chat + image + video | Free; Premium Plus from $6.00/mo annual or $19.99/mo monthly (6 Sep 2026) | Yes (Starter) | Try free ◆ | |
| #2 | Candy AI | Character roster + voice | Premium from $13.99/mo (9 Sep 2026) | Limited | Try limited free ◆ | |
| #3 | Nomi AI | Long-term memory | From ~$15/mo; Premium ~$30/mo (Apr 16 2026) | Limited | Check pricing ◆ | |
| #4 | Sugarlab AI | Emotional realism | ~$12.99/mo (Apr 2026) | No | Read review | |
| #5 | FantasyGF | Deep visual & personality customization | ~$12.99/mo (Apr 2026) | No | Read review |
Also cited (no Compass score): Kindroid — often mentioned for editable persona and manual memory tools; we have not published a scored Kindroid review, so it is not ranked here. Fostera appears in Replika-alts SERPs for editable “Soul” memory and “alternative to Replika/Nomi/Kindroid” framing — no Compass score. Bae — claims top Replika alternative for long memory + real photos vs 3D (bae.ppl.studio) — no Compass score. Loresquad — story-romance “romance that goes somewhere” Replika-alt framing — no Compass score. Paradot — North Penn / Riverfront memory-first + low Pro ~$9.99/mo / ~$3.33 annual claim — no Compass score. OurDream AI — already scored on Compass (4.6); do not double-count as unscored. Girlfriend GPT remains N/R (verification pending) and is not in the primary five — see the Girlfriend GPT listing if you need status only.
Match the job you are leaving Replika for — not “alternative to all three” marketing claims. Head-to-head with Replika: MyLovely vs Replika.
| Job | Compass pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Leave Replika for NSFW media + free start | MyLovely.ai (4.8) | All-in-one chat + image + video; breach caveat on the review |
| Leave Replika for long-term memory only | Nomi AI (4.5) | Memory specialist — see MyLovely vs Nomi |
| Leave Replika for roster + voice | Candy AI (4.7) | Feature breadth across characters, voice, and visuals |
| Editable memory / persona (uncored here) | Kindroid (market) / FantasyGF (4.6) | No invented Kindroid or Fostera score — FantasyGF is our tested customizer |
Match the job you actually need — not the loudest marketing claim.
Choose if you want one uncensored product for chat + image + video and a usable free Starter. Confirm you accept the April 2026 HIBP breach caveat first.
Choose for the largest polished character library plus voice and strong visuals. See also MyLovely vs Candy AI.
Choose when long-term memory and relationship continuity matter more than in-app video. Head-to-head: MyLovely vs Nomi.
Choose for conversation-first emotional realism and grounded long-form companion dynamics.
Choose when granular appearance and personality customization is the main upgrade over Replika.
High-level fit only — confirm live pricing and policies on each vendor before you subscribe.
| Dimension | Replika | MyLovely.ai | Candy AI | Nomi AI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Mainstream emotional / wellness companion | All-in-one uncensored + media | Roster + voice + visuals | Persistent long-term memory |
| NSFW / ERP posture | Not an unrestricted specialist | Unrestricted companion chat (our test) | Adult companion + roleplay | Adult-capable; memory-forward |
| Images / video | Limited vs NSFW specialists | Image + short video in-app | Strong image focus + voice | Selfies / media (check current) |
| Memory | Strong emotional history; trust varies after updates | Cross-session (our test) | Weaker / session-leaning in many reviews | Often ranked #1 for memory |
| Starting paid (approx.) | Often ~$19.99/mo class | Free Starter; Premium Plus from $6.00/mo annual / $19.99/mo monthly (6 Sep 2026) | Premium from $13.99/mo (9 Sep 2026) | ~$15–$30/mo (Apr 2026) |
| Trust caveat | Policy / intimacy history | April 2026 HIBP breach | Token / credit traps | Paid plans for full depth |
| Our take | SFW / wellness baseline — not our NSFW #1 path | Editor's Choice product; trust discounted | #2 feature breadth on this guide | Memory specialist |
MyLovely paid pricing checked 6 Sep 2026; Candy Premium from $13.99/mo checked 9 Sep 2026. Nomi remains Apr 2026 class unless re-checked — not a same-day checkout pass. Kindroid is also cited for editable lore/memory control but has no Compass score on this page.
Only platforms with Companion Compass reviews appear in the scored ranking. We filtered our tested set for Replika-replacement intent: adult chat, memory, media tools, and value — without inventing scores for untested names.
MyLovely.ai is our #1 at 4.8/5 for all-in-one uncensored chat, image, and video with a usable free Starter plan. Read the April 2026 HIBP breach caveat on the MyLovely review before you subscribe. Head-to-head: MyLovely vs Replika. For long-term memory only, choose Nomi AI (4.5/5).
Common reasons are intimacy or policy whiplash after past feature changes, Pro pricing in the ~$19.99/mo class without matching NSFW media depth, and concerns about memory continuity after updates. Adult specialists emphasize uncensored chat, customization, and image/video tools Replika does not prioritize.
For product features, yes in our testing — it remains our 4.8 Editor's Choice for chat + image + video and a usable free tier. For a strict privacy posture, start with Nomi or Candy and read Trust & incidents on the MyLovely review.
Nomi AI (4.5/5) is our memory specialist. Compare all-in-one vs memory on MyLovely vs Nomi, or browse best AI companion apps with memory.
Only Companion Compass-tested platforms appear in the scored ranking. We use the same 14-day protocol and rubric: conversation quality, image and video tools, customization, value, and privacy/trust context. Kindroid and Fostera are cited without Compass scores. Girlfriend GPT remains N/R and is not in the primary five.
We have not published a scored Fostera review. On Compass, MyLovely wins all-in-one media; Nomi wins pure memory. Treat third-party “alternative to all three” pages as marketing until we test them.
We have not scored Bae. On Compass, MyLovely wins all-in-one media; Nomi wins pure memory. Treat “top Replika alternative / real photos vs 3D” claims as marketing until we test.
Unscored. MyLovely = all-in-one media companion; Loresquad = story-platform lane — different job. Keep Fostera / Bae lines as market cites only.
Unscored. MyLovely = tested all-in-one media companion; Paradot = memory/empathy marketing lane — different job. For scored Replika-alt stack see this page’s ranked table.
If memory is the only job, yes — start with Nomi AI. If you want media + free evaluation, start with MyLovely. Compare on MyLovely vs Nomi.
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