Which One Is a Better Fit for You?

Who could have ever predicted that DeepSeek, once the undisputed leader, would one day be eclipsed by Doubao?

On September 16th, based on the latest August data unveiled by QuestMobile, Doubao's monthly active user count soared to an impressive 157.42 million, propelling it past DeepSeek to claim the coveted top spot.

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In recent years, the AI landscape has been ablaze with activity, and I'm sure everyone has experienced the allure of AI firsthand.

Previously, when faced with a conundrum, our go-to options were limited to Baidu and other browsers, often yielding inconsistent results. Now, with AI readily available, if one tool falls short, we can effortlessly switch to another, determined to uncover the answer we seek. Moreover, when it comes to image post-processing, the capabilities are truly astounding. Changing backgrounds with a single click is now commonplace, and various light adjustments and cutout techniques can even rival those of Photoshop.

The most remarkable aspect is the creative individuals who are capitalizing on AI to generate income. Through their imaginative concepts, they craft a variety of adorable pet work videos, complete with extended storylines. Xiao Lei has encountered quite a few lately, and if you don't scrutinize closely, you might actually believe cats are capable of performing backflips.

Riding this wave of innovation, numerous AI products have emerged, all vying for a share of the market. Among them, DeepSeek stands out as the industry's dark horse! Upon its launch, it ignited global discussions, leaving both domestic and international audiences in awe. However, let's be realistic, industry dark horses like DeepSeek are as rare as prodigies, appearing only once in a great while.

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Among the plethora of AI-native applications, the spotlight still shines brightly on internet behemoths.

Take Doubao, for instance, which is bolstered by Douyin's AI business. Xiao Lei believes that Doubao's ascent to the top is intrinsically linked to its lifestyle and entertainment features.

Many AI competitors likely didn't anticipate that they would find it challenging to compete with Doubao in terms of abstraction. Thanks to its swift response, human-like tone, and high emotional intelligence in its answers, Doubao has become a favored choice among many novice users.

Some users engage with it as a chat companion to pass the time, while others view it as a high-EQ communication coach, learning daily social skills. Some even rely on it as a love strategist and travel guide. There are even those who have gone as far as to 'train Doubao to act Japanese.' Have you ever witnessed someone teaching Doubao to sing 'Tante?' While instructing, they urge Doubao to study diligently. To be honest, when Xiao Lei stumbled upon this, he was truly astounded. What a spectacle!

Perhaps, as Baidu founder Li Yanhong once remarked, applications are the true drivers of value. AI must remain closely connected to users, which is why Doubao places a strong emphasis on being practical, catering to the masses, and ensuring accessibility for all.

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However, when it comes to user experience, both Doubao and DeepSeek boast loyal fan bases.

Many students and professionals in the workplace tend to favor DeepSeek due to its exceptional deep reasoning capabilities. Most importantly, you can observe its entire reasoning process, which is highly beneficial for problem-solving. The only drawback is its service stability, as many ordinary users find it takes an excessively long time. For the same question, other AI applications might provide an answer much sooner, while DeepSeek is still deliberating.

Doubao is not without its detractors either. Many netizens point out that while Doubao excels in chat, its copywriting generation quality is somewhat rudimentary, reminiscent of an elementary school level, and some marketing phrases may exhibit logical inconsistencies. Additionally, the function of uploading an image to generate a story does not offer a stellar user experience.

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In Xiao Lei's view, Doubao and DeepSeek are akin to radishes and cabbages, each possessing its own unique charm. To win over users with both hands, usability must always take precedence.

In conclusion,

I'm curious, among the readers here, do you find yourself using Doubao more frequently, or DeepSeek?