How to Choose the Right AI Girlfriend Platform
There are a lot of AI girlfriend and companion apps now. The one that’s “best” depends on what you care about: free usage, live video, character variety, or keeping the bill low.
Start with how much you want to spend upfront.
Some apps give you a permanent free tier (e.g. daily messages + limited features). Others offer a time-limited full-access trial (e.g. 7 days) and then subscription. If you hate committing before trying, look for either a solid free tier or a trial—and check whether the trial needs a card. Our Compare page shows which platforms have a free tier and how pricing stacks up.
Then decide which features actually matter.
Text chat is standard. Voice (messages or calls) isn’t on every app. Image generation (AI-generated photos of your companion) is common on paid plans; a few include it in the free tier. Live cam / video call—real-time video with your AI—exists on only a handful of sites; SweetDream AI is the only one we rank that offers it, and GoLove AI leans into live-style content too. If you know you want “see her on camera,” that alone narrows the list.
NSFW and uncensored content vary by platform and plan. Some are adult-friendly on the free tier; others only unlock it on premium. Check the app’s content policy and which plan includes what you’re looking for.
Pricing and value.
Compare monthly vs yearly. Yearly is almost always cheaper per month (we’ve seen 50–75% off). Look at what’s included: unlimited messages, how many characters, voice, images, video, live features. A $5/month plan that only does text is worse value than a $10/month plan that does text, voice, and images—if you care about those.
Privacy and safety.
Skim the privacy policy and terms. Prefer platforms that say clearly what they store and how they use data. Avoid giving more permissions than you’re comfortable with.
Next step.
Use our AI Girlfriend Platforms list and Compare table to see features and pricing side by side, then read the reviews for pros, cons, and real-world use.