DeepSeek Free (app) (free)
DeepSeek Free (app) is DeepSeek's free tier — free tier in the deepseek app. Practitioners rate it S tier. Best value — free app plus the lowest-cost frontier API we track. It includes DeepSeek V4.1 Flash.
0What's included
| Model | Intelligence | Per 1M (in / out) | Tokens / $1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeepSeek V4.1 Flash | 40 | $0.15 / $0.60 | 2.1M |
Plan details
| Provider | DeepSeek |
|---|---|
| Price | Free |
| Limits | Free tier in the DeepSeek app |
| Practitioner tier | S — Best value — free app plus the lowest-cost frontier API we track. |
| Prices last verified | 2026-09-19 |
How to decide
A subscription is only worth it if it is cheaper than the tokens you would buy instead — and if its limits cover how you actually work. Use the AI intelligence calculator to price your own monthly volume against every provider, or compare the whole market on the subscriptions page.
FAQ
Is DeepSeek Free (app) really free?
Yes — DeepSeek Free (app) is a free tier with limits: free tier in the deepseek app. It is a good way to try DeepSeek's models before paying, but for sustained volume the API or a paid plan is usually cheaper per token.
Which models does DeepSeek Free (app) include?
DeepSeek Free (app) includes DeepSeek V4.1 Flash.
What is the best alternative to DeepSeek Free (app)?
The DeepSeek API is the natural next step once the free tier's limits get in the way — price your own volume in the calculator before committing to a paid plan.