# BitFriends Chat vs Bernie

The clearest difference is ads: BitFriends Chat at none against Bernie's shown. BitFriends Chat also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). Bernie's advantage is ratings volume (6 vs 2). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BitFriends Chat sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Bernie sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for BitFriends Chat against 5.0 for Bernie. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BitFriends Chat | Bernie |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitfriends-chat/id6746829490/reviews) | [5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bernie-psychology/id6761205928/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | — | 91.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 63 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Golden Dawn](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818723897) | [Mindflex UG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877663747) |

## What reviewers say

### BitFriends Chat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitfriends-chat/id6746829490)

Create personalized AI companions with unique personalities for support and conversation. Engage in natural dialogues, receive proactive check-ins, and access wellness tools like breathing exercises and motivation boards anytime.

**Highlights:** Customizable AI personalities, Natural, human-like conversations, Proactive support check-ins, Multilingual support, Guided breathing exercises, Personal motivation board, 24/7 availability

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |


### Bernie

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bernie-psychology/id6761205928)

This app provides a psychological AI companion to help you process overthinking. Engage in conversations, track your patterns, and monitor your progress towards better wellbeing. It's designed for adults seeking a reflective tool for everyday mental health.

**Highlights:** AI-powered psychological support, Conversational interaction, Overthinking pattern tracking, Progress measurement, Personalized AI profiles

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mindflex Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Mindflex Pro 6 Months | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Mindflex Pro (Yearly) | $99.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $119.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BitFriends Chat free?

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

### Is Bernie free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BitFriends Chat or Bernie?

BitFriends Chat and Bernie are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 6 ratings respectively.

### Do BitFriends Chat or Bernie have ads?

Bernie shows ads; BitFriends Chat does not.

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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.*