DeepSeek-R1 vs DeepSeek Reasoner
Both have similar output pricing, while DeepSeek Reasoner offers a larger context window. Choose DeepSeek-R1 or DeepSeek Reasoner based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | DeepSeek-R1 | DeepSeek Reasoner |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | DeepSeek | DeepSeek |
| Input / 1M tokens | — | $0.14 |
| Output / 1M tokens | — | $0.28 |
| Context window | — | 1M |
| Parameters | 671B | — |
| Open weights | Yes | Yes |
| Released | Jan 2025 | Dec 2025 |
FAQ
Is DeepSeek-R1 or DeepSeek Reasoner cheaper?
DeepSeek-R1 and DeepSeek Reasoner have comparable output pricing.
Which has the larger context window, DeepSeek-R1 or DeepSeek Reasoner?
DeepSeek Reasoner has the larger context window (1M tokens).
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.