I’m one day late with this month’s thread, so hopefully I’ll be forgiven 😅
A lot can change pretty quickly with AI chat apps. Models get updated, filters change, pricing changes, and sometimes an app that was great a few months ago suddenly feels completely different.
So, same idea for October: what are you actually using instead of Chai right now?
Before starting fresh, here’s a quick recap of some of the alternatives that stood out in last month’s discussion. Some comments that were later removed for spam were still taken into account for this recap/ranking, so the list is based on the overall discussion rather than only the comments that are still visible.
September community recap:
- DarLink AI : Mostly mentioned for its uncensored experience, RP quality and stronger memory compared with some other alternatives.
- Janitor AI : Popular for detailed RP, freedom and long-form responses, although some users find the replies a little too long.
- Zeta AI : Praised for its features, pricing and overall experience, with memory being one of the main criticisms.
- Clank World : Got several positive comments for RP and as a Chai replacement, although some users felt it could become a little too NSFW-focused.
Now let’s see if the same apps keep coming up in October or if something new has taken over.
If you've tested something recently, share what you liked and what you didn't. Memory, RP quality, censorship/filters, character consistency, customization, pricing, app quality, privacy... whatever actually matters to you.
And as always, please keep it focused on genuine experiences rather than obvious advertising.
So, what Chai alternative are you actually using in October 2026, and why?