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DeepSeek vs Jan
DeepSeek edges Jan on our editorial score (4.3 vs 4.1), but DeepSeek is the stronger pick if you want long-term memory, while Jan fits better if custom characters matter more.
0| DeepSeek | Jan | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Price band | Free | Free |
| Free tier | Yes | Yes |
| Price detail | Free to use; API billed per token (DeepSeek-V4-Flash ~$0.15-$0.60 per 1M tokens). | Free and open-source (2026-09-30). |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | No | No |
| Images | No | No |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | No |
| Custom characters | No | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Desktop |
| Runs locally | No | No |
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
Jan — our take
A clean local assistant: open-source, offline-first, with an OpenAI-compatible API server built in.
- True offline assistant
- OpenAI-compatible local API
- Open-source
DeepSeek vs Jan — common questions
Which is cheaper, DeepSeek or Jan?
They cost the same on our recorded numbers (Free).
Which one has a free tier?
Both do — you can try either without paying.
Which remembers conversations better?
DeepSeek retains context across sessions; Jan keeps context only within a session.
Which handles adult content differently?
DeepSeek: No adult mode. Jan: 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.
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