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Character.ai

Create and chat with AI characters

PriceFree tier, c.ai+ $9.99/moReviewed2022-09-01

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Character.ai lets users create and interact with AI personalities. Massive engagement metrics with a young user base. Entertainment-focused with unique character memory.

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Character.ai verdict: SKIP ⏭️

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No developer API or platform to build on. It's a consumer entertainment product with no B2B play.

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Impressive engagement but no path to serious monetization. The safety concerns with younger users are a liability.

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Character.ai has the best understanding of long-context character consistency. That tech could be transformative if applied elsewhere.

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