Chitin vs friend
| Chitin | friend | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | $8.25/mo | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | iOS, macOS | iOS |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | 9.99 /mo | — |
| Voice conversations | Yes | Yes |
| Persistent memory | Yes | Yes |
| Proactive messages | Yes | — |
| Mobile access | ios | ios |
| Customization level | extensive | basic |
| Image or video chat | Yes | Yes |
| Conversation limit | 20 messages/day | — |
Both are listed in Best AI Companion Apps. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Chitin scores higher on our published basis.