On the cheapest model from each, DeepSeek wins on raw output price: deepseek-v4-flash at $0.28 per 1M output tokens versus $4.5. But "cheaper per token" rarely means "cheaper for your app". The model that needs fewer retries, shorter prompts, or less reasoning can cost less in practice even at a higher sticker rate.
Last verified June 14, 2026Per-token rates can't answer that. The winner depends on how your code uses each model. PrePrice scans your project and computes the real per-user cost either way, plus what to charge so you clear margin.
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