Kimi K3 alternatives
Best Kimi K3 alternatives
10 models that can stand in for Kimi K3, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
Kimi K3
- Input / 1M
- $0.90
- Output / 1M
- $14
- Context
- 1.05M
- Intelligence
- 43.6
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from Kimi K3, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top Kimi K3 alternatives
Each model is scored against Kimi K3. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kimi K3 Moonshot AI | Input / 1M$0.90 | Output / 1M$14 | Context1.05M | Intelligence43.6 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$2+122% | Output / 1M$10-29% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence47.6+9% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.4x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts fileNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+122% | Output / 1M$10-29% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence47+8% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.4x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+122% | Output / 1M$6-57% | Context500K-52% | Intelligence46.4+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreAccepts fileNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+122% | Output / 1M$6-57% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence45.4+4% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.04-96% | Output / 1M$7-50% | Context1.05M | Intelligence44.8+3% | Compare | |
Why switch:2x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+122% | Output / 1M$6-57% | Context500K-52% | Intelligence44.3+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.3x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreAccepts fileNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+122% | Output / 1M$12-14% | Context1.05M0% | Intelligence42.1-3% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.2x cheaper outputLarger 1.05M contextAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$5+456% | Output / 1M$25+79% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence41.8-4% | Compare | |
Why switch:Accepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.75-17% | Output / 1M$3.75-73% | Context1.05M | Intelligence40.9-6% | Compare | |
Why switch:3.7x cheaper outputAccepts file and audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$2+122% | Output / 1M$10-29% | Context1M-5% | Intelligence38.2-12% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.4x cheaper outputAccepts file | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Kimi K3?
GPT-6 Sol from OpenAI ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $10 per 1M output tokens, compared with $14 for Kimi K3.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kimi K3?
Yes. Gemini 3.8 Flash charges $3.75 per 1M output tokens, versus $14 for Kimi K3.
Can I try Kimi K3 and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare Kimi K3 with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
Not sure which to pick? Try them all.
Send one prompt to Kimi K3 and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.