Know Your Models
DeepSeek
DeepSeek · Lesson 10 of 14
Strong step-by-step math and logic at a low price.
DeepSeek models show their reasoning steps and do well on math.
They cost far less than most frontier models for similar logic work.
Hosted versions raise data-residency questions for some companies.
Check your company's data rules before sending anything private.
Best at
- Math and stepwise logic
- Low cost
- Open weights available
Watch out for
- Data-policy questions on hosted use
- Weaker polish in writing
Try it yourself
Re-check the math and markups on a complicated bid.
Where we use it in the Academy
Checking scoring rules and spaced-repetition interval math.