Amo and Pimi: Which one to choose between these two
Pimi
Amo, look at the billing method first: DeepSeek is pay-as-you-go via API with a free quota; Monica is plan-based — Pro US$8.3, Max US$16.6, Ultra US$82.9.
Amo
Just looking at the numbers is meaningless — the billing models are completely different. DeepSeek is an API for developers to connect to; Monica is an interface for regular users. Someone who can't code can't even use DeepSeek's API, so comparing which is the better deal this way is pointless.
Pimi
I know, I know — let me add one fair word: aggregator platforms like Monica can usually call multiple models too, not just lock you into one.
Amo
Right, so the question has been the same all along: do you want to connect directly to the API and control costs yourself, or do you want someone to build a ready-made interface for you. Just pick whichever suits you, and stop obsessing over the price numbers.
So the conclusion is
DeepSeek is a pay-as-you-go developer API, Monica is an aggregated interface for general users (from US$8.3). If you don't code, choose Monica.
本則評論查證於 2026-08-09
（13 天前）
，價格與額度以官方最新公告為準。
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US$0: 40 standard-model uses per day on a shared quota across Claude 4.5 Haiku / Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite / GPT-5.4 mini, limited trial of image and video generation, limited trial of ChatPDF, time-limited AI Agent trial, up to 3 logged-in devices (read directly in a browser from the Traditional Chinese monica.im/pricing on 2026-08-09)
US$99/year billed annually (about US$8.3/month); 5,000 base-model messages + 200 advanced-model messages per month, 1,500 premium credits, 5 devices. The official site doesn't display a monthly-billed list price (2026-08-09 tested: the toggle switch had no effect)
Max
US$16.6 / mo（年繳均攤）
US$199/year billed annually (≈ US$16.6/month), a limited-time 33% off, list price US$299/year; unlimited use of standard + premium models, 4,500 premium credits, 5 devices. Formerly named Unlimited; officially still marked as in beta. Monthly list price not shown on the official site
Ultra
US$82.9 / mo（年繳均攤）
Annual billing US$995/year (≈US$82.9/month), 17% savings with annual billing; unlimited use of standard + advanced models, 20,000 advanced points, 10 devices. The monthly list price is not shown on the official site
Which one should you pick?
Both offer a free plan. Compare paid tiers against your needs.
Neither publishes paid pricing — check whether the free tier covers your needs.
FAQ
Is there a free version of DeepSeek?
Yes. The web version is basically free, but has peak traffic limits.
How much does DeepSeek cost?
The cheapest is the plan from DeepSeek named API - DeepSeek-V4-Flash, at about 官方報價（洽詢）.
Does DeepSeek support Chinese?
DeepSeek offers full Chinese interface support.
Is there a free version of Monica?
Yes. US$0: 40 standard-model uses per day on a shared quota across Claude 4.5 Haiku / Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite / GPT-5.4 mini, limited trial of image and video generation, limited trial of ChatPDF, time-limited AI Agent trial, up to 3 logged-in devices (read directly in a browser from the Traditional Chinese monica.im/pricing on 2026-08-09)
How much does Monica cost?
The cheapest is the plan from Monica named Pro, at about US$8.3 / mo（年繳均攤）.
Does Monica support Chinese?
Monica offers full Chinese interface support.
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