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DeepSeek vs HammerAI
DeepSeek edges HammerAI on our editorial score (4.3 vs 4.2), but HammerAI is the better fit if you want voice notes and image sharing and custom characters; DeepSeek has no clear edge there.
0| DeepSeek0 | HammerAI0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $9/mo |
| Price band | Free | Under $10/mo |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free to use; API billed per token (DeepSeek-V4-Flash ~$0.15-$0.60 per 1M tokens). | Free: 600 cloud messages/day, unlimited chat on locally run models. Pro tiers $9/$18/$35 per month for larger cloud limits. Verified on hammerai.com/pricing. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | No | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, Desktop, iOS |
| Runs locally | No | Yes |
DeepSeek — our take
Not a companion, but its free, capable chat and long memory make it a credible daily AI friend.
- Free with no usage cap
- Strong reasoning and coding
- Long conversation memory
HammerAI — our take
The most generous free tier in the category: unlimited chat on locally run models, 600 cloud messages a day, no card required.
- Unlimited free chat with local models
- Group chat, lorebooks and personas
- Open-source with desktop apps
DeepSeek vs HammerAI — common questions
Which is cheaper, DeepSeek or HammerAI?
DeepSeek is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $9/mo for HammerAI.
Which one has a free tier?
Both do — you can try either without paying.
Which remembers conversations better?
Both keep context across sessions. The practical difference is elsewhere: price and platform coverage differ between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
DeepSeek: No adult mode. HammerAI: No adult mode. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.