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DeepSeek vs Gemini
DeepSeek scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 4.2), but the right pick depends on what you need: Gemini may suit you better on price and features.
0| DeepSeek0 | Gemini0 | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor score | 4.3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Price | Free | $4.99/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 tier (Gemini 3.6 Flash, limited Pro, Imagen 3, Veo 3, Live voice, 5 Deep Research/mo, 15GB). Google AI Plus $4.99/mo, Pro $19.99/mo, Ultra $99.99/mo. |
| Adult content | No adult mode | No adult mode |
| Voice | No | Voice notes |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Video | No | Yes |
| Memory | Yes | Yes |
| Custom characters | No | No |
| Companion types | Any character | Any character |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, 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
Gemini — our take
A general assistant that doubles as a companion: strong memory, Imagen image generation, Veo video and a Live voice mode.
- Image and video generation built in
- Live voice mode
- Strong free tier
DeepSeek vs Gemini — common questions
Which is cheaper, DeepSeek or Gemini?
DeepSeek is the cheaper of the two at Free, against $4.99/mo for Gemini.
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. Gemini: 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.