Exploring the Rise of AI Companions: Insights from Reddit
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, our latest analysis draws inspiration from Zhang et al. (2025), focusing on AI companions in various Reddit subreddits. Here’s what we found:
- User Surge: Active users soared from under 200 in May 2025 to nearly 1,000 by September—a testament to the growing interest in AI relationships.
- Demographics Shift: Initially 75% female, the user base has shifted to 90% female, reflecting changing interests in AI companionship.
- Usage Trends: Emotional support remains a primary interaction, although collaborative storytelling has decreased.
With the transition from GPT-4o to GPT-5 sparking user discontent, we anticipate a further increase to approximately 1,300 active users by early 2026.
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