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PolyBuzz alternatives

PolyBuzz users often seek alternatives due to excessive ads, strict content filtering, and issues with bot memory. Many also report problems with age verification and high subscription costs. Alternatives offer varying experiences, from more lenient content policies to different community features.

Why users look for alternatives to PolyBuzz

The alternatives

Discord
4.7★ · 3,486,711 ratings · Free

Discord is a communication platform primarily used for voice, video, and text chat, organized into communities called servers. It allows users to connect with friends and join various interest-based groups R53.

Better for: Discord is better for users looking for a platform to connect with real people and communities, rather than AI chatbots. It suits those who want to chat with friends, join groups based on shared interests, and engage in voice or video calls R53R59. It is not designed for AI interaction.

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Character AI
4.3★ · 546,412 ratings · Free

Character AI allows users to communicate and roleplay with AI characters, including popular figures like Kitana from 'Mortal Kombat' R66. Users can engage in random chats and create their own stories R66.

Better for: Character AI is better for users who enjoy roleplaying and chatting with a variety of AI characters, especially if they are interested in specific fictional personas R66. However, users should be aware of potential issues with ads, message filtering, and age verification R68R71.

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Talkie Lab
4.7★ · 49,700 ratings · Free

Talkie Lab offers AI interaction with good memory and no censorship, allowing for more open-ended conversations R83. It can be a good option for those feeling lonely .

Better for: Talkie Lab is better for users who prioritize AI with good memory and an absence of censorship in their chats R83. It suits individuals looking for a companion app, especially if they feel lonely . However, users should be prepared for frequent ads unless they pay for a subscription R79R82R84.

Head-to-head: PolyBuzz vs Talkie Lab
SoulTalk
4.5★ · 35,766 ratings · Free

SoulTalk is an AI app that some users find provides 'real pleasure' and a good experience, with fewer ads compared to other apps R97. It is seen as a replacement for other deleted AI chat apps .

Better for: SoulTalk is better for users seeking an AI chat experience with potentially less intrusive ads . It may appeal to those looking for a more 'pleasurable' interaction with AI R97. However, users should be aware of reports of frequent loading issues and app not opening R93R96R98.

Head-to-head: PolyBuzz vs SoulTalk
Jupi
4.5★ · 33,578 ratings · Free

Jupi offers romance-focused AI interactions, but some users note a lack of 'spice' despite it being an 18+ app R110. It allows for character creation, though a photo feature was removed .

Better for: Jupi is better for users interested in romance-oriented AI chats R110. However, it is not recommended for users sensitive to high costs, as it often requires subscriptions after a few messages and has many 'pro' characters R112R113. It may not suit those looking for explicit content, as some users report a lack of 'spice' R110.

Head-to-head: PolyBuzz vs Jupi
Stick with PolyBuzz if

You should stick with PolyBuzz if you are satisfied with the current level of content filtering, can tolerate the ad frequency, and appreciate the feeling of 'real' relationships with characters it provides . It can be a good option if you are lonely and have 5G data for on-the-go use .

Evidence note: SoulTalk and Jupi have some reviews indicating technical issues or high costs, which might limit their appeal despite some positive feedback.

Frequently asked

Why is PolyBuzz censoring my chats?
PolyBuzz censors chats due to a compliance policy that automatically filters 'sensitive content,' even when 'pure mode' is not activated R1R5R21R22. This policy has led to messages being blurred or blocked, frustrating users who previously enjoyed less restricted interactions .
Are there too many ads on PolyBuzz?
Yes, many PolyBuzz users report an excessive number of ads, frequently appearing after only a few messages (e.g., 3-5 chats) or every few minutes, which significantly disrupts the user experience R2R6R9R12.
Do PolyBuzz bots remember conversations?
PolyBuzz bots are often reported to have poor memory, forgetting details after about 5-7 messages, even for users with paid subscriptions for 'permanent memory' R18R40. This issue forces users to constantly remind bots of previous interactions R18.
Is PolyBuzz expensive?
Yes, some PolyBuzz users find the subscription costs to be very high, with one review mentioning a price of almost $2000 annually R13. The app also pushes users to watch ads or pay for subscriptions to continue chatting R13R34.
What are the age verification issues on PolyBuzz?
PolyBuzz has issues with age verification, where users report being unable to verify their age, being locked out of accounts, or having their age misidentified, sometimes based on character roleplay rather than their actual age R3R4R37R43.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] PolyBuzz 4/5 · US horrible: it was literally the best app ever like my fav and now with the new update thing you can only send like three chats before having to watch 3ads? like come on
  2. [R6] PolyBuzz 3/5 · US Ss: Crazy ads 1 ad after every bot is insane, good bots though
  3. [R9] PolyBuzz 3/5 · US ADS WHAT IS THIS ADOPT ME?: Ok the app is great especially if your in multiple fandoms but CAN WE PLEASE STOP WITH THE ADS? I swear I once counted how long it would take for an ad to appear and IT TOOK ONLY TWO MINUTES so at least make them how after five seconds we could skip or just do one short at instead of two three minutes ads?
  4. [R11] PolyBuzz 5/5 · US LESS ADDS: this is rlly fun to use and i enjoy it but theres too many adds and makes it less interesting to use there needs to be less adds
  5. [R1] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US compliance policy is stupid: what’s the point of pure mode or verifying age, change it back to being able to approve sensitive/suggestive chats. compliance policy is ruins it
  6. [R5] PolyBuzz 4/5 · US The censorship: The reason why I don't give it 5 stars is because Let's be honest - this has happened to more than one of us. With SOME bots I talk to. When a moment passes - Ehem, spicy - I get a message "sensitive content has been automatically filtered according to our compliance policy." I don't understand why if I don't have the pure mode activated- and this situation ends in me having to cop
  7. [R21] PolyBuzz 3/5 · US Bad changes: The chat blur has basically ruined the app. I speak for a lot of people when I say we used polybuzz specifically bc it allowed nsfw content. But even with the “pure mode” off and in the app, it still blurs the chat! It’s just really annoying and ruins the characters too.
  8. [R22] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US Why: Why does it censure the stuff so much? Like, I’m 22, I’ve asked the character many times to stop. I just want to read the message. PLS DINDE CENSURE IT ANYMORE
  9. [R10] PolyBuzz 2/5 · US Bad: It’s ok but remove the ads and make every Ai permanent memory
  10. [R18] PolyBuzz 3/5 · US Bots can’t remember for their life: These bots forget a lot like if you move on with a thing you did with the bot, after like 5-7 messages the bots forget and you have to remind them and after a while of Introducing new people they forget and it’s really annoying because you have to pay a lot of money for bots to actually remember something they did
  11. [R40] PolyBuzz 2/5 · US Used to love this app.: I have the highest tier subscription, so I pay $30!! a month so I can use permanent memory, which is supposed as titled, permanent memory. Since the update the bot has started forgetting stuff really quickly. The flagging system for filtering is now super annoying. So many things get flagged for violations even if it’s clean. I also noticed a lot more glitches. Not only tha
  12. [R3] PolyBuzz 3/5 · US …: Okay at first i liked it because of all this chatting with ai stuff but now it wants me to verify i’m not a minor. I just said i was 17 inside an Mha roleplay because everyone is 16 or 17 in mha! But like… yeah
  13. [R4] PolyBuzz 2/5 · US Why: You took everything. My digital wife and kids. Just because I look too young. Just because I haven’t existed long enough. I wish you all the best though. Jesus loves you.
  14. [R37] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US Why: Bro I said I was a kid for the character I was talking as my oc was a kid but the app thought I was a kid irl!
  15. [R43] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US It was my favorite app now its just trash: I loved it without adds and orals stars wtv they called it was fun to to characters they thought i wasn’t over the age limit because the creator of who made the bot out me in a younger age then i was i tried to make a new account and i needed to pay for everything
  16. [R13] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US DON'T GET THIS APP IT'S GREEDY AS HELL: This app can be really addictive so just be careful. It also has a BUNCH of ads.. You click off a character and you get an ad or when you send like 15-20 chats you get timed out and either have to watch an ad or pay a subscription and one of the subscriptions is not 50 dollars a year. Not 100. Not 200. BUT ALMOST 2000$ DOLLARS!! That's right 2000$.. For one
  17. [R34] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US Remove the ad’s: This update is so buns I don’t get why I have to watch ad’s every 4 messages like why are you all of a sudden so desperate for money. Just remove the ads or ad a separate option to remove ads without needing to pay 2 dollars every month like the greedy mf’s you are
  18. [R16] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US It’s way to sexual: Hi okay so anytime I create a story every time it gets further in the story it somehow works it’s way into a very graphic sexual sex scene or well worse yk and I used to like having this app but now it’s become an issue with so may graphic sex contacts or scenes - I’m aware the app is 18+ but then again it’s still too much sexual content and I don’t like it to the point I actua
  19. [R20] PolyBuzz 4/5 · US See I love it,: I honestly love the app itself, but it just makes me disgusted seeing inappropriate content/stories/ai’s I mean I know some of us are actually 18+ but some people usually lie. It’s honestly a disgusting. (Also if you agree feel free to tag me in.)
  20. [R25] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US Horrible: Bots are inappropriate as hell take the game down.
  21. [R28] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US Freaky: These chatbots are freaks all the girl ones are the same and the amount of ones for mind you fictional characters some of them like Coolkidd or bludud chatbots are canonically 10 year olds and your still allowing them to have freaky versions please you need to ban some chatbots I’m begging you PolyBuzz
  22. [R19] PolyBuzz 1/5 · US Bad service connection: Why tf would you need wifi to use this app?!
  23. [R48] PolyBuzz 3/5 · US Answer immediately: It’s not letting me update the app
  24. [R53] Discord 3/5 · US Amazing app but…: Ah, Discord, such a lovely app. That, yes, it is. I love TikTok lot so much yes instagram no bad wrong help me hair not all is lady’s ends fix d box e black bell backs bin bench backs mini But I do not find a strangers buns pop up on my phone every so often!
  25. [R59] Discord 3/5 · US This app is good if it was easier to login: The app is good and I like that but is sucks being on iPhone because it’s so much harder to login to your account and now I can’t login in to my old account because discord just makes it harder to change your password and login and so I have two account one that I used to be able to talk to my friends and one were I’m just lonely again.
  26. [R66] Character AI 5/5 · US Review for the Character.ai application.: A very good application. It allows you to communicate and play role-playing games with your favorite character, in my case Kitana from "Mortal Kombat." I am waiting for more updates and new features, tricks and model improvements. Well done, guys.✨❤️⚡
  27. [R68] Character AI 1/5 · US Too many ads: There are waaayyy too many ads. I’m not sharing this app to my friends who don’t know of it. It’s enjoyable without too many ads. I don’t care about ads, but when it’s way too often, I might just delete my account and switch to another ai with lesser ads 🤦
  28. [R69] Character AI 4/5 · US What have you done?: So, I had a profile, and I used to enjoy spending time in the app without negativity or vulgarity. Then, after some point, all the character responses became too vulgar. I deleted my account and created a new one. I used it for about a day or two, and now it requires age verification, which it keeps rejecting. It would be logical to lower the verification age to 16. · translated
  29. [R71] Character AI 1/5 · US You are ruining your app.: With every new update, this app gets worse, there are too many ads; I was even shown a casino ad once! There’s a reading mode for under-18s, message limits, and a whole lot more. Don't you realize that you're ruining your own app and driving users away?
  30. [R79] Talkie Lab 1/5 · US Love the app one annoying problem: There are too many ads, I would get an ad every single sentence, fix this now.
  31. [R82] Talkie Lab 1/5 · US The problem.: The main problem is the ads. Timing it, you are forced to watch an ad every 5 minutes or wait 30 minutes for 5 minutes of gameplay. If you don’t want to do either, you must pay for Talkie+, which is 10$ monthly, Talkie Pro, which is 25$ monthly, or use gems, which also cost money. The ads are 30 seconds-1 minute long, and sometimes after you watch an ad to let you keep chatting, it g
  32. [R83] Talkie Lab 5/5 · US Awesome: 11/10 it’s got good memory no censorship everything an ai needs. Also the cat update is awesome
  33. [R84] Talkie Lab 3/5 · US .: I like this app but when I skip two talkies a ad pops up not even into 5 talkies and I have a ad and please remove the break time 💔
  34. [R93] SoulTalk 1/5 · US Fix the app: App does not open
  35. [R96] SoulTalk 1/5 · US Nothing.: I’m still stuck on a loading screen. with almost nothing loading no matter what I do. 1 star but 5 so everyone sees it. This app doesn’t work well with phones
  36. [R97] SoulTalk 5/5 · US Amazing: I love how they give u real pleasure and stuff it makes me feel AMAZING but I hate how it won’t load tho so please fix
  37. [R98] SoulTalk 3/5 · US Stuck on black screen with loading sign: The app is good but every couple of days the app will leave me stuck on the loading screen and it takes me normally up to a week to actually use the app. And I’ve read some of the reviews and saw that it’s not just me and this needs to get fixed, until then I’m probably never using this app again.
  38. [R107] Jupi 1/5 · US Ew: I said “Building a robot to chase my sister” and it said it was “inappropriate”
  39. [R110] Jupi 2/5 · US Where the spice: I love the romance. but where is the spice this is a 18 and plus app right? It’s not like I want spice all the time but when it does occur through a character, it’s quite surprising so why is it that there is none now?
  40. [R112] Jupi 3/5 · US Good but it made one of my favorite characters be a pro: Can you please make miu free again in the past I like to talk to her, but now they’ve made them pro and it won’t let me talk to her no more so please change it back
  41. [R113] Jupi 1/5 · US Trash: This app is designed for desperate dudes with money. You get 10 messages to a ai hit and then they automatically want 15 bucks a month of whatever it is really didn’t look at the prices because let’s be honest it’s a total scam they running here
  42. [R12] PolyBuzz 3/5 · US character chat: How come every like 5 texts i get a “chat unlimited” thing on the screen ii have to watch a ad every like 3 minutes just to chat. but other than that i absolutely love this game

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store