GPT-5.6 Luna alternatives
Best GPT-5.6 Luna alternatives
10 models that can stand in for GPT-5.6 Luna, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
GPT-5.6 Luna
- Input / 1M
- $0.20
- Output / 1M
- $1.20
- Context
- 1.05M
- Intelligence
- 37.3
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from GPT-5.6 Luna, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top GPT-5.6 Luna alternatives
Each model is scored against GPT-5.6 Luna. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GPT-5.6 Luna OpenAI | Input / 1M$0.20 | Output / 1M$1.20 | Context1.05M | Intelligence37.3 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.15-25% | Output / 1M$0.50-58% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence41.8+12% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.4x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreAccepts videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75+275% | Output / 1M$3.75+213% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence40.9+10% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75+275% | Output / 1M$3.75+213% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence39.6+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$1.20 | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence39.5+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.10-50% | Output / 1M$0.50-58% | Context1.05M | Intelligence38.1+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.4x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.14-30% | Output / 1M$0.28-77% | Context1.05M | Intelligence37.9+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:4.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreAccepts video and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.66+230% | Output / 1M$1.98+65% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence36-3% | Compare | |
Why switch:Newer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.22+8% | Output / 1M$0.65-46% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence34.8-7% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.9x cheaper outputNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.00-98% | Output / 1M$1.28+7% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence34.3-8% | Compare | |
Why switch:Newer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.43+113% | Output / 1M$2.55+113% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence33.7-10% | Compare | |
Why switch:Accepts videoNewer release | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to GPT-5.6 Luna?
GLM 5.3 Flash from Z.ai ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $0.50 per 1M output tokens, compared with $1.20 for GPT-5.6 Luna.
Is there a cheaper alternative to GPT-5.6 Luna?
Yes. MiMo-V2.6-Flash charges $0.28 per 1M output tokens, versus $1.20 for GPT-5.6 Luna.
Can I try GPT-5.6 Luna and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare GPT-5.6 Luna with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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Send one prompt to GPT-5.6 Luna and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.