Side by side
| Feature | DeepSeek | Kimi |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Chinese AI lab offering open-source large language models (DeepSeek-V4, R1) via a chat app, web interface and developer API. | AI assistant from Moonshot AI for chat, agentic coding, slide decks and deep research, aimed at developers and knowledge workers. |
| Price from | 0.02 USD | 15 USD/mo |
| Free plan | ? | ? |
| Platforms | web, ios, android, api | web, windows, mac |
| API | yes | not stated |
DeepSeek: key features
- Chat app and web chat interface
- Open-source models such as DeepSeek-R1 and DeepSeek-V4
- OpenAI- and Anthropic-compatible API
- JSON output and tool calls
- Thinking (reasoning) mode
- 1M-token context window on the flash model
Kimi: key features
- Chat-based AI assistant
- Agentic coding and game building (K3 model)
- Slide generation
- Deep Research mode
- Parallel tasks with Swarm and Goal
- Docs and Sheets creation
FAQ
Is DeepSeek or Kimi better?
It depends on the job - compare prices, free plans and features in the table above.
Are DeepSeek and Kimi free?
DeepSeek: The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page. Kimi: The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.