A 12 fl oz can of Diet Coke has 46 mg of caffeine, 11 mg more than the same size can of Diet Pepsi (35 mg). Neither is a large source of caffeine on its own; the gap matters most if you're counting every milligram closely.
Figures are each company's own published data; see the source link in the table below. Add either one to the caffeine calculator to see how it fits your personal daily limit.
Standard can, side by side
Sources
| Drink | Serving | Caffeine | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diet Coke | 12 fl oz (355 ml) | 46 mg | The Coca-Cola Company, ingredients FAQSource |
| Diet Pepsi | 12 fl oz (355 ml) | 35 mg | PepsiCo Product Facts (24 fl oz bottle, per 12 fl oz serving)Source |