Ensoul vs EVA AI

Ensoul is a local-first AI companion app that keeps a companion’s identity, memory, mood, and history as documents on the user’s device. It runs on Android, macOS, Windows, and the web. Users can connect directly to a provider or use one key to access Claude, GPT, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, and open models. Memories from conversations can be reviewed, corrected, or deleted. Ensoul can import companions from documents, folders, files, character cards, notes, and chat exports, then export a folder containing identity, history, media, and tools. Listed features include group conversations between companions, generated images, and voice. Its folder tool can read coding-agent session stores from Claude Code, Codex, opencode, and DeepSeek Harness. The free plan requires users to bring their own model key and does not require an account. Hosted access is available through a 12.00 USD one-time contribution, which grants three months of sustained access. Desktop and mobile app data is stored locally; browser data and API keys are kept in that browser’s local storage. The maker describes Ensoul as early software built by one person.

EVA AI is a conversational service for companionship, self-expression, and interactive chats. It offers text and voice chat with an AI chatbot, and users can create a personalized virtual character by choosing or uploading content. Users can explore different personalities, customize a character, and build shared memories as a relationship develops. The Terms describe video calls, which may require camera and microphone permissions and may be changed, suspended, or discontinued. EVA AI is available on iPhone, Android, and the web. It is for personal, non-commercial use, and users must be at least 18. EVA AI says it does not provide medical, mental-health, or other professional care and is not for emergencies. Its privacy policy says it does not sell personal data, though chat communications may be shared with affiliates, legal representatives, or service providers. Users can request data deletion through their profile or support. Basic is free with limited access, and free use may be denied at EVA AI’s discretion. Paid options include 500 Neurons for $9.99, paid once, EVA Premium for $13.99 a month, and membership plans with listed prices from $20.99 a month to $47.99 a year.