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What you get for free on AI companions & cam sites
One table, ten platforms. We summarize what each product typically offers without paying, based on public help pages, pricing disclosures, and our internal data log — not a live read of your personal account or A/B test bucket.
Last reviewed for this page: April 2026. Features and limits change — check the platform's official site before you decide.
| Platform | Free chat | NSFW (free) | Image gen (free) | Voice (free) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✓ Unlimited — genuinely functional free tier | ✗ Strict content filters | ✗ Not available | ✓ Available on free tier | Best free tier in the category. c.ai+ ($9.99/mo) only adds faster responses. | |
| ✓ Basic chat available | ✗ Removed Feb 2023 — not available on any tier | ✗ Not available | ✗ Pro only ($19.99/mo) | Free tier is functional for basic conversation. Relationship modes and AR require Pro. | |
| Limited — message cap applies | ✗ Pro only ($19.99/mo) | ✗ Pro only | ✗ Paid only | Free tier lets you evaluate conversation quality but not the full product. | |
| Very limited — effectively a demo | ✗ Paid only (Basic $12.99/mo+) | ✗ Paid only | ✗ Paid only | Free tier exists to show the interface. Real use requires Basic ($12.99/mo). | |
| Very limited — a few messages | ✗ Paid only | ✗ Paid only | ✗ Not available | Free tier is a demo. Entry paid plan ~$9.99/mo for real access. | |
| ✓ Public show chat (free) | ✓ Extensive free public shows | N/A | N/A — live video | Best free cam experience. Tokens needed for tips and private shows only. | |
| Limited — preview chat only | Limited — free previews only | N/A | N/A — live video | Free browsing is a conversion funnel. Private shows require credits ($10+). | |
| Limited — free browsing only | Limited — previews only | N/A | N/A — live video | Gold membership ($29.99/mo) needed for discounted private show rates. | |
| ✓ Public show chat (free) | ✓ Moderate free public shows | N/A | N/A — live video | Decent free content. Tokens from $10 for tips and private shows. | |
| ✓ Public show chat (free) | ✓ Moderate free public shows | N/A | N/A — live video | VR shows require tokens. Free browsing includes VR category previews. |
How to use this table
- AI companions use subscription tiers — free tiers range from genuinely functional (Character.AI) to demo-only (Candy AI).
- Cam platforms use token packages — free browsing is available on most, but private shows require tokens.
- If you need subscription prices, use our pricing hub.
- For safety, see Safety & trust.