Kimi K2.5 alternatives
Best Kimi K2.5 alternatives
10 models that can stand in for Kimi K2.5, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
Kimi K2.5
- Input / 1M
- $0.45
- Output / 1M
- $2.25
- Context
- 262K
- Intelligence
- 23.5
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from Kimi K2.5, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top Kimi K2.5 alternatives
Each model is scored against Kimi K2.5. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kimi K2.5 Moonshot AI | Input / 1M$0.45 | Output / 1M$2.25 | Context262K | Intelligence23.5 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.43-3% | Output / 1M$2.45+9% | Context262K | Intelligence27+15% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.50+11% | Output / 1M$3+33% | Context1.05M+300% | Intelligence26.3+12% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts file and audio and video | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.67+49% | Output / 1M$3.35+49% | Context262K | Intelligence25.8+10% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$1.25+178% | Output / 1M$2.50+11% | Context1M+281% | Intelligence24.9+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1M contextAccepts fileNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.01-98% | Output / 1M$1.28-43% | Context1.05M+300% | Intelligence24.4+4% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.8x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.50+11% | Output / 1M$2.20-2% | Context262K | Intelligence22.9-3% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.0x cheaper outputNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.26-42% | Output / 1M$2.60+16% | Context262K | Intelligence22.9-3% | Compare | |
Why switch:Accepts videoNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30-33% | Output / 1M$2.50+11% | Context1.05M+300% | Intelligence22.2-6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Larger 1.05M contextAccepts video and file and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.60+33% | Output / 1M$2.20-2% | Context205K-22% | Intelligence22.2-6% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.0x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.60+33% | Output / 1M$2.50+11% | Context262K | Intelligence22-6% | Compare | |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Kimi K2.5?
Kimi K2.6 from Moonshot AI ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $2.45 per 1M output tokens, compared with $2.25 for Kimi K2.5.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kimi K2.5?
Yes. DeepSeek V4 Flash 0423 charges $1.28 per 1M output tokens, versus $2.25 for Kimi K2.5.
Can I try Kimi K2.5 and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare Kimi K2.5 with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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Send one prompt to Kimi K2.5 and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.