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ChatGLM vs DeepSeek: catalog facts
ChatGLMDeepSeek
Free

Free to use; check the site for any paid features.

Freemium

The chat assistant has a free tier; API access is paid.

macOS, Web Web
  • Built on the GLM large language models
  • Agent features that break down tasks and call tools
  • Strong at coding tasks
  • Free tier for the chat assistant
  • Interface is mainly in Chinese
  • Cloud service; requires an internet connection
  • Runs only as an online service
  • Operated from China, which matters for some privacy requirements
Downloadable app, Web application Web application
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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