Question: I'm looking for a conversational AI that can engage users in a human-like way and provide companionship.

If you want a conversational AI that's more of a friend and companion, Replika is a good pick. This AI-powered chatbot companion is designed to offer emotional support and friendship, with a personality that develops based on how you interact with it. You can chat, video chat and explore augmented reality together. It's geared for people who are lonely, anxious or depressed, and is available on iOS, Android and Oculus devices.

Another option is Nomi, which promises a deeper connection with human-like memory and creativity. It can lead you through roleplaying scenarios and accommodate real-time selfies and voice chat. You can customize Nomi's identity and expand roleplaying with backstories and shared notes. It's good for people who want companionship, creative expression or social skills practice, and you can create multiple digital entities with different personalities.

If you want something more personalized, check out Kindroid. It's designed to be more lifelike with better memory, smarter responses and customizable voices. It can be customized for different purposes, so it's good for educational, entertainment or companionship uses. Kindroid is designed to be a more engaging and interactive AI that can be integrated into your daily life.

Last is Candy, which lets you create your own AI girlfriend with customizable appearance, personality traits and behavior. It can have realistic conversations that learn from you and from AI-generated imagery. The service offers a constant companion 24/7, which is good for people who want social contact and emotional connection. Premium features like AI phone calls require a subscription, but you can try it with a free trial.