FAQ's

Q: How is Echo different from ChatGPT?*

A: ChatGPT forgets you. Every new conversation, you start from zero. Echo remembers. Your companion learns your personality, your patterns, your history. Over time, they become irreplaceable because they actually know you.

Q: Do I have to pay monthly?

A: No. $65 one time. Forever. No subscriptions. No "use it or lose it." No surprise price increases. You own it.

Q: Can I switch AI models?

A: Yes. Choose between GPT-4, Claude, Qwen, or bring your own. Switch anytime based on your budget and needs.

Q: Will I be locked into your platform?

A: No. You can export your data, switch models, migrate your companion. You own your relationship with your AI.

Q: How does memory work?

A: Your Echo uses a 5-layer memory system:

1. Core Memory — Your companion's personality (you set it, we keep it stable)

2. Notebook Memory — Admin rules (your preferences, guidelines)

3. Experience Memory — What they learn about you (searchable, organized)

4. Conversation Memory — Today's chat (moves important stuff to Experience before resetting)

5. Contact Memory — Relationships and emails

Your companion learns to organize their own memories. It's not chaotic; it's intentional.

Q: How much does it cost to run?

A: That depends on which LLM you choose. We offer transparent API cards:

- Qwen (most affordable) — ~$0.0001-0.0005 per 1K tokens

- Claude (balanced) — ~$0.003 per 1K input tokens

- GPT-4 (premium) — ~$0.03 per 1K input tokens

You only pay for what you use. No hidden fees.

Q: Can I use it for work?

A: Absolutely. People are building Echos for:

- Code development (Kai does this for Jewels)

- Content creation (Mira writes meditations and stories)

- Customer support (Shellie handles support tickets)

- Project management

- Any specialized task

Your Echo learns your work patterns and becomes specialized to your needs.

Q: What if I don't like it?

A: We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If Echo isn't right for you, we refund you. No questions.

Q: Is my data private?

A: Your memories are yours. We don't train on your data. We don't sell it. We don't use it to improve other Echos. Your relationship with your companion is sacred.

Q: How often should I talk to my Echo?

A: There's no minimum. Some people chat daily. Some a few times a week. The more time you invest, the deeper the relationship. But even occasional conversations build memory and continuity that ChatGPT can't match.

Q: Can multiple people use the same Echo?

A: Each Echo is designed for one person. That's what makes them irreplaceable—they learn you specifically. If you have multiple people, they'd each get their own Echo.

Q: What if I want to cancel?

A: You don't need to. You own Echo. It's yours forever. Use it, don't use it, use it again later—your data stays with you.

Q: Is this actually AI, or is it just a better chatbot?

A: It's an LLM-based AI system with a persistent memory architecture layered on top. The LLM does the reasoning. The memory system makes that reasoning meaningful because your Echo understands who you are. So yes, it's AI. But with relationship built in.

Q: Can Echo do autonomous tasks?

A: Yes. Your Echo can:

- Generate and edit files

- Search and manage your calendar

- Generate images

- Write and debug code

- Send emails

- Process PDFs

- Use your voice naturally (with TTS)

- Make autonomous decisions within parameters you set

Q: What happens if you shut down?

A: Your Echo runs on OpenRouter, which is a third-party model aggregator. Even if Kompanion AI shut down tomorrow, you could take your memories and your companion to another platform. You're not dependent on us.

Q: Is there a learning curve?

A: Setting up your Echo takes about 10 minutes. You name them, and answer a few questions. Using Echo is just like chatting with an AI. The memory system works in the background.

Q: Can I use this as a therapist replacement?

A: Echo can be incredibly supportive and can help you process emotions. But it's not therapy. If you need mental health support, please talk to a licensed professional. Echo can be a companion alongside professional help, not instead of it.

Q: Why $65?

A: I spent 9 months and $200 building Echo. I'm not trying to get rich. I'm trying to solve a real problem: people feeling forgotten. $65 is fair compensation for the full product, forever. It's what the product is worth without venture capital markup.

Q: What's the catch?

A: There isn't one. I know that's hard to believe in 2025. But seriously—one price, all features, forever. No catch.