# Poe vs AI Chatbot

Poe and AI Chatbot both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 72% of AI Chatbot's written reviews are positive against 54% of Poe's. AI Chatbot also leads on chart position (#51 vs #167) and iOS requirement (15 vs 17.4). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Poe sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and AI Chatbot sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Poe against 4.6 for AI Chatbot. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 54K and 127K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of Poe's written reviews are positive against 72% of AI Chatbot's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Poe | AI Chatbot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poe-fast-ai-chat/id1640745955/reviews)** | [4.6 (127K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-chatbot-nova/id1669007652/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 54K | **127K** |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | **72.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #167 | **#51** |
| Size | 47 MB | 218 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Quora, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/456034440) | [SCALEUP YAZILIM HIZMETLERI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590841932) |

## What reviewers say

### Poe

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poe-fast-ai-chat/id1640745955)

**Currently charting:** #167 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

Access multiple advanced AI models and generative tools in one application. Engage in conversational AI, create multimedia content, and build custom chatbots for various tasks. Offers both free and subscription-based AI models.

**Highlights:** Access to leading AI models, Multimedia generation (images/videos), Create and customize chatbots, Compare multiple AI responses, AI-powered web search, Chat with uploaded files

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Poe Monthly Subscription - Basic | $4.99 | per month |
| Poe Monthly Subscription - Plus | $19.99 | per month |
| Poe Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Poe Annual Subscription - Basic | $49.99 | per year |
| Poe Annual Subscription - Plus | $199.99 | per year |
| Poe Yearly Subscription | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Versatile AI chatbots
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 👍 Helpful for various tasks
- 👍 Detailed and informative responses
- 👍 Customizable bots

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires phone number and email
- 🐛 Buggy and crashes occasionally
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 🔒 Subscription model is expensive
- 🔒 Strict content filters

**Reported bugs**

- Login and signup issues
- Frequent disconnections from bots
- Inconsistent formatting and layout
- Delayed or unresponsive bot replies

**Requested features**

- Ability to search for specific bots
- Option to save and retrieve chat history
- Easier bot customization
- Reduced message limits for free users
- Improved context preservation between messages


### AI Chatbot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ai-chatbot-nova/id1669007652)

**Currently charting:** #51 Top Grossing · Productivity, #135 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This AI chatbot and writer leverages advanced GPT and Gemini models to provide human-like conversations, creative writing assistance, and meticulous proofreading. It offers unlimited interactions, multi-language support, and cross-device compatibility for a versatile user experience.

**Highlights:** Advanced AI models (GPT-5.2, GPT-4o, Gemini, Claude), Human-like conversational AI, AI writing assistant for various content, Meticulous AI proofreader, Unlimited questions and answers, Multi-language support (140+), Cross-compatible device support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week Chatbot Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Chatbot Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Chatbot Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Chatbot Pro | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Chatbot Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Chatbot Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Week Chatbot Pro | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Nova Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month Chatbot OpenAI Subs | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Chatbot Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Chatbot Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Chatbot Pro | $199.99 | per year |
| Nova AI Assistant Promoted PRO | $0.99 | one-time |
| Nova AI Assistant PRO | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nova AI Assistant Upgrade PRO | $2.99 | one-time |
| Nova AI Assistant Platinium | $6.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Chatbot Nova Subs | $39.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Chatbot Nova Subs | $49.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Chatbot Nova Subs | $59.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Chatbot Nova Subs | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful and efficient assistant
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🤖 Impressive AI capabilities
- 💡 Versatile and adaptable
- 🤯 Exceeds expectations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data usage
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔧 Occasional technical issues
- 🕰️ Limited free usage

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent performance and response times
- Syncing issues across devices
- Unreliable image generation

**Requested features**

- Improved search and history management
- Integration with more third-party apps
- Expanded free features and trial period
- Offline mode or local data storage


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Poe free?

Poe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AI Chatbot free?

AI Chatbot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Poe or AI Chatbot?

Poe is rated higher. Poe averages 4.7 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while AI Chatbot averages 4.6 from 127K ratings.

### Do Poe or AI Chatbot have ads?

Neither Poe nor AI Chatbot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Poe or AI Chatbot?

Poe ships an update every 2 weeks, and AI Chatbot every 2 weeks. Most recently, Poe was updated on October 29, 2026 and AI Chatbot on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Poe or AI Chatbot?

Poe currently peaks at #167 in the App Store charts, and AI Chatbot at #51. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*