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DeepSeek

AI tool

Open-weight AI assistant strong at reasoning and code

4.4
Free · from Free
Best for Developers and budget-conscious users who want strong reasoning for free
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Overview

DeepSeek is an open-weight AI assistant with strong reasoning and coding performance, available free in the browser and at very low cost through its API.

Key features

  • Chain-of-thought reasoning mode
  • Strong coding performance
  • Open weights for self-hosting
  • Very low API pricing

Pros

  • Free to use
  • Excellent price-performance
  • Weights can be self-hosted

Cons

  • Servers can be busy at peak times
  • Fewer polished integrations

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