DeepSeek API Pricing Calculator
Estimate DeepSeek API costs with current model pricing to evaluate budget-focused text generation workloads.
Quick facts
Provider
DeepSeek
Current models
2
Cheapest current model
DeepSeek V4 Flash
Largest context window
1M
Pricing unit
Per 1M tokens
Current model pricing
Example costs
| Scenario | Model | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1K input + 1K output | DeepSeek V4 Flash | $0.0004 |
| 1K input + 1K output | DeepSeek V4 Pro | $0.0052 |
| 10K input + 1K output | DeepSeek V4 Flash | $0.0017 |
| 10K input + 1K output | DeepSeek V4 Pro | $0.0209 |
| 100K input + 5K output | DeepSeek V4 Flash | $0.0154 |
| 100K input + 5K output | DeepSeek V4 Pro | $0.1914 |
| 1M input + 1M output | DeepSeek V4 Flash | $0.4200 |
| 1M input + 1M output | DeepSeek V4 Pro | $5.2200 |
When to consider DeepSeek
DeepSeek is frequently compared for cost-sensitive workloads; validate quality and latency against OpenAI, Claude, and Gemini for similar token usage.
Calculate your exact DeepSeek API cost
Open the calculator with DeepSeek models selected and enter your expected input and output tokens.
Open calculatorFAQ
How is DeepSeek API pricing calculated?
Costs are based on your input/output token counts and each model’s per-1M rates.
What is the cheapest current DeepSeek model?
See the cheapest model quick fact and current model table for the latest available entry.
Are output tokens more expensive than input tokens?
Many models price output higher; verify in the pricing columns.
How can I reduce DeepSeek API costs?
Use concise prompts, cap output tokens, and test cheaper models before scaling usage.
Can I compare DeepSeek with other providers?
Yes. Open the main calculator to compare against OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, and more.
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