Students after one assistant for chat, homework and images get a free app, with Plus at £7.49 a month.
Kenning's take
What it does
Dola, called Cici until late 2025, is a general AI assistant for writing, studying, planning and chatting, by typing or by voice. It can also summarise meetings and articles, help with language learning and recipes, and turn text or photos into AI art in many styles.
- writing and summarising meetings and articles
- voice input
- AI art from ideas or photos in many styles
- photo editing by instruction
- language learning, meal planning and recipes
Who it suits. Suits students and everyday users who want one free assistant for chat, homework help and quick images.
Key facts
- Category
- Everyday AI assistants
- Made by
- SPRING (SG) PTE. LTD.
- Based in
- Singapore (per the Dola terms); described by Vodafone and HowAIWorks as ByteDance's international assistant
- Launched
- 2024
- Works on
- iPhone, Android, Windows, Web
- In the UK
- Yes
- Free plan
- free app; paid subscriptions add more
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billed |
|---|---|---|
| Dola Plus | £7.49 | month |
| Dola Plus (annual) | £74.99 | year |
| Dola Pro | £36.99 | month |
| Dola Max | £109.99 | month |
Ratings
Reviews and write-ups
- Vodafone UK (Digital Parenting)
- HowAIWorks 2026-07-12
FAQ
Is Dola the same as Cici?
Yes. Cici was renamed Dola in November 2025, per HowAIWorks.
Is Dola free?
The app is free; UK App Store subscriptions run from £7.49 a month for Dola Plus to £109.99 a month for Dola Max.
Who makes Dola?
Dola is provided by SPRING (SG) PTE. LTD., a Singapore company, and is described as ByteDance's international assistant.
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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