FreemiumLow-cost usage billing
DeepSeek pricing in 2026
DeepSeek is freemium. Real free tier with paid plans that unlock more usage and features. Here is the breakdown of how you pay, plus cheaper alternatives if it is not the right fit.
How you pay
Free tierNot offered for this tool.
Paid plansPaid plans: Low-cost usage billing.
Usage / APIUsage or API billing scales with how much you run.
Open sourceNot offered for this tool.
Pricing summary: Low-cost usage billing. Always confirm current plans on the official site.
Frequently asked questions
How much does DeepSeek cost?
DeepSeek is freemium: Low-cost usage billing.
Is DeepSeek free?
DeepSeek does not have a free plan; low-cost usage billing.