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DeepSeek vs Linky
DeepSeek scores higher in our catalogue (4.3 vs 3.6), but the right pick depends on what you need: Linky may suit you better on voice calls.
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.