# DeepSeek vs Gamma

> DeepSeek: Free AI chat app and low-cost API running DeepSeek's open-weights V4 models
> Gamma: Generate presentations, documents and websites from a prompt with an AI design partner

- DeepSeek profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/deepseek
- Gamma profile: https://finderatlas.com/tools/gamma
- Comparison page: https://finderatlas.com/compare/deepseek-vs-gamma
- Last reviewed: October 2026

## Verdict

DeepSeek is listed under AI Assistants and Gamma under Productivity. DeepSeek scores higher in FinderAtlas's editorial review (8.8 vs 8.4 out of 10). Both have a free plan or trial. Only DeepSeek is available on Windows, macOS and iOS.

### Choose DeepSeek if

- You want a tool built for Low-cost API integration.
- Web chat and mobile apps are free.
- API output costs from $0.60 per 1M tokens (Flash, off-peak), well below most frontier providers.

### Choose Gamma if

- You want a tool built for pitch decks.
- Generates a full deck, document or webpage from a single prompt.
- Card layout adapts to desktop and mobile screens without manual slide alignment.

## Pricing

| | DeepSeek | Gamma |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pricing model | Freemium | Freemium |
| Free plan or trial | Yes | Yes |
| Starting price | $0 | $0 |

## Features

| Feature | DeepSeek | Gamma |
| --- | --- | --- |
| V4 model family | Yes | Not listed |
| Thinking mode | Yes | Not listed |
| Open weights | Yes | Not listed |
| OpenAI and Anthropic compatible API | Yes | Not listed |
| Tool calls and JSON output | Yes | Not listed |
| Search and Fetch APIs | Yes | Not listed |
| Agent tool integrations | Yes | Not listed |
| DeepSeek Harness | Yes | Not listed |
| Vision on Flash | Yes | Not listed |
| Prompt-to-deck generation | Not listed | Yes |
| Card-based layout | Not listed | Yes |
| AI editing and restyling | Not listed | Yes |
| AI images | Not listed | Yes |
| Export and sharing | Not listed | Yes |
| Website publishing | Not listed | Yes |
| Analytics and access control | Not listed | Yes |
| API and connectors | Not listed | Yes |

## Platforms

| Platform | DeepSeek | Gamma |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | No |
| macOS | Yes | No |
| iOS | Yes | No |
| Android | Yes | No |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Browser Extension | No | No |

## DeepSeek strengths

- Web chat and mobile apps are free
- API output costs from $0.60 per 1M tokens (Flash, off-peak), well below most frontier providers
- Open weights for V4 and earlier models on Hugging Face
- 1M-token context and 384K max output on both API models
- API works with both OpenAI and Anthropic SDKs and several coding agents

## DeepSeek limitations

- Peak-hour API rates are double the off-peak rates on weekday mornings UTC
- deepseek-v4-pro does not support vision input
- No image generation
- Data is processed by a company based in China, which some organizations cannot accept

## Gamma strengths

- Generates a full deck, document or webpage from a single prompt
- Card layout adapts to desktop and mobile screens without manual slide alignment
- Exports to PowerPoint and PDF and shares by web link
- Free plan available, and Plus at $10 per month removes the Gamma badge
- API and ChatGPT, Claude and Slack connectors for automation

## Gamma limitations

- Free credits are one-time (400) and the free plan is limited to 10 cards per prompt
- Free exports carry a "Made with Gamma" badge
- API access requires Pro ($20 per month) or higher
- Ultra costs $100 per month and is monthly only, with no annual option
- Users on review sites report problems with billing, credit use and slow support

## FAQ

**Is DeepSeek better than Gamma?**

It depends on your workflow. DeepSeek is built for Low-cost API integration. Gamma is built for pitch decks.

**What are the key feature differences between DeepSeek and Gamma?**

DeepSeek: Free AI chat app and low-cost API running DeepSeek's open-weights V4 models. Gamma: Generate presentations, documents and websites from a prompt with an AI design partner.

**Does DeepSeek or Gamma have a free plan?**

Yes, both do. DeepSeek is freemium and Gamma is freemium, and each has a free plan or trial.

**Which is cheaper, DeepSeek or Gamma?**

Both can be used for free. Paid plans differ in limits and features, so compare the tiers in the pricing table above.