Use DeepSeek with Continue
$0.3/Mtok inThe all-DeepSeek Continue setup is the cheapest full editor-AI stack that still feels frontier-grade — chat, edit, and autocomplete for pocket change.
Facts
At a glance
Model
DeepSeek V4
deepseek/deepseek-v4
Price
$0.3 / M input · $0.9 / M output
Context window
128k tokens
Tool
Continue
Setup below — under two minutes
Quickstart
Set up DeepSeek in Continue
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Add the model to ~/.continue/config.yaml:
models: - name: deepseek/deepseek-v4 (CompanyFabric) provider: openai model: deepseek/deepseek-v4 apiBase: https://api.companyfabric.com/v1 apiKey: ${COMPANYFABRIC_API_KEY} roles: [chat, edit]
Full tool guide: Use any model with Continue →
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a DeepSeek account to use DeepSeek in Continue?
No — one CompanyFabric key covers DeepSeek V4 and every other model in the library. Billing is one prepaid balance with exact per-call metering; BYOK at 0% is available if you already have provider keys.
What does DeepSeek V4 cost in Continue?
$0.3 / M input · $0.9 / M output — the same metered price as any other route to the model. Set a per-key budget cap to bound what the tool can spend.
Can I switch models later without touching Continue again?
Yes — the endpoint stays the same; the model is a string. Any catalog id works in the same configuration, including cheaper tiers for bulk work.
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One key. Every model. Exact prices.
Run DeepSeek in Continue with free starter credits. Free starter credits included — no subscription required.