Nova 2 Lite alternatives
Best Nova 2 Lite alternatives
10 models that can stand in for Nova 2 Lite, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
Nova 2 Lite
- Input / 1M
- $0.30
- Output / 1M
- $2.50
- Context
- 1M
- Intelligence
- 13.4
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from Nova 2 Lite, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top Nova 2 Lite alternatives
Each model is scored against Nova 2 Lite. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nova 2 Lite Amazon | Input / 1M$0.30 | Output / 1M$2.50 | Context1M | Intelligence13.4 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.25-17% | Output / 1M$1.50-40% | Context1.05M+5% | Intelligence15.6+16% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.7x cheaper outputHigher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts audioNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30 | Output / 1M$2.50 | Context1.05M+5% | Intelligence15.5+16% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M contextAccepts audio | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.60+100% | Output / 1M$2.50 | Context262K-74% | Intelligence15.3+14% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.25-17% | Output / 1M$0.95-62% | Context164K-84% | Intelligence13.7+2% | Compare | |
Why switch:2.6x cheaper outputHigher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.50+67% | Output / 1M$2.15-14% | Context164K-84% | Intelligence13.1-2% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.2x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.60+100% | Output / 1M$2.20-12% | Context131K-87% | Intelligence12.8-4% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.45+50% | Output / 1M$3.50+40% | Context128K-87% | Intelligence12.7-5% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.57+90% | Output / 1M$2.30-8% | Context131K-87% | Intelligence12.7-5% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.55+83% | Output / 1M$2.20-12% | Context1M | Intelligence11.7-13% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.1x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.70+133% | Output / 1M$2.50 | Context64K-94% | Intelligence11.4-15% | Compare | |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Nova 2 Lite?
Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite from Google ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $1.50 per 1M output tokens, compared with $2.50 for Nova 2 Lite.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nova 2 Lite?
Yes. DeepSeek V3.1 charges $0.95 per 1M output tokens, versus $2.50 for Nova 2 Lite.
Can I try Nova 2 Lite and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare Nova 2 Lite with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
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Send one prompt to Nova 2 Lite and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.