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DeepSeek vs Linky
DeepSeek edges Linky on our editorial score (4.3 vs 3.6), but Linky is the better fit if you want live voice calls and image sharing and custom characters; DeepSeek has no clear edge there.
0| DeepSeek0 | Linky0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $9.08/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). | Around $17/mo or about $109/yr. Free tier: 20-30 messages/day with heavy ads. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | Optional mature mode |
| Voice | No | Live calls |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | No |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | Yes |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| 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
Linky — our take
Busy and ad-heavy on free, but the character roster is broad and it is one of few with a clear 17+ rating trail.
- Large character roster
- Voice plus image features
- Cheap annual plan
DeepSeek vs Linky — common questions
Which is cheaper, DeepSeek or Linky?
DeepSeek is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $9.08/mo for Linky.
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: voice support differs between them.
Which handles adult content differently?
DeepSeek: No adult mode. Linky: Optional mature mode. This directory is SFW — we record whether a mature mode exists so you know before signing up, and we describe no explicit material.