Step 3.7 Flash alternatives
Best Step 3.7 Flash alternatives
10 models that can stand in for Step 3.7 Flash, ranked by benchmark score, with what each one does better.
Current Model
Step 3.7 Flash
- Input / 1M
- $0.20
- Output / 1M
- $1.15
- Context
- 262K
- Intelligence
- 19.5
Quick picks
The best alternative depends on what you need
Why people switch away from Step 3.7 Flash, and the model that fits each reason best.
Ranked
Top Step 3.7 Flash alternatives
Each model is scored against Step 3.7 Flash. Green means better, red means worse.
| Model | Input / 1M | Output / 1M | Context | Intelligence | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Step 3.7 Flash StepFun | Input / 1M$0.20 | Output / 1M$1.15 | Context262K | Intelligence19.5 | Reference model |
| Input / 1M$0.01-95% | Output / 1M$1.28+11% | Context1.05M+300% | Intelligence24.4+25% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 1.05M context | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$1.20+4% | Context205K-22% | Intelligence20.9+7% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence score | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.20 | Output / 1M$1.25+9% | Context400K+53% | Intelligence20.7+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 400K contextAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.25+25% | Output / 1M$2+74% | Context400K+53% | Intelligence20.6+6% | Compare | |
Why switch:Higher intelligence scoreLarger 400K contextAccepts file | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.08-60% | Output / 1M$0.75-35% | Context262K | Intelligence19.3-1% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.5x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$1.20+4% | Context1.05M+300% | Intelligence19.1-2% | Compare | |
Why switch:Larger 1.05M contextNewer release | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$1.20+4% | Context205K-22% | Intelligence18.6-5% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.43+115% | Output / 1M$1.75+52% | Context205K-22% | Intelligence18.5-5% | Compare | |
| Input / 1M$0.15-25% | Output / 1M$1-13% | Context262K | Intelligence18.2-7% | Compare | |
Why switch:1.2x cheaper output | |||||
| Input / 1M$0.30+50% | Output / 1M$1.20+4% | Context131K-50% | Intelligence17.5-10% | Compare | |
Why switch:Newer release | |||||
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Step 3.7 Flash?
DeepSeek V4 Flash 0423 from DeepSeek ranks first, based on independent benchmark scores. It costs $1.28 per 1M output tokens, compared with $1.15 for Step 3.7 Flash.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Step 3.7 Flash?
Yes. Qwen3.5-35B-A3B charges $0.75 per 1M output tokens, versus $1.15 for Step 3.7 Flash.
Can I try Step 3.7 Flash and its alternatives at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to several models at once, so you can compare Step 3.7 Flash with any of these alternatives on your own tasks.
Not sure which to pick? Try them all.
Send one prompt to Step 3.7 Flash and its alternatives at the same time, and keep the answer you like best.