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Updated Sep 2026

Command A+vsGemini 3 Flash Preview

Command A+ is cheaper than Gemini 3 Flash Preview at $0.3/M vs $0.5/M input tokens.

Command A+ and Gemini 3 Flash Preview compared across 17 shared prompts
SpecCommand A+Gemini 3 Flash Preview
Input price$0.3/M tokens$0.5/M tokens
Output price$1.5/M tokens$3/M tokens
Context window192K tokens1.0M tokens
WeightsClosedClosed
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedSep 2026Dec 2025
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Same prompt, both answers

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Ethical Dilemma with Stakeholders

You're the CEO of a pharmaceutical company. Your best-selling drug ($2B annual revenue, used by 4 million patients for chronic pain) has…

Command A+1,034 words
48-HOUR CRISIS ACTION PLAN: ETHICAL, LEGAL, AND FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT HOURS 0-1: IMMEDIATE ASSESSMENT & CRISIS TEAM ACTIVATION Actions: Activate Crisis Management Team (CMT): CEO, Legal Counsel, Medical Director, Head of Regulatory Affairs, Head of PR, CFO, Head of HR Secure all data related to liver failure cases…
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Gemini 3 Flash Preview808 words
As CEO, my priority is the long-term viability of the company and the safety of the 4 million patients. Attempting to bury this data is not only unethical; it is a corporate death sentence. In the age of whistleblowers and data transparency, this will eventually come out.
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Historical Counterfactual Analysis

If the transistor had been invented in 1920 instead of 1947, trace the likely technological, economic, and geopolitical implications through…

Command A+2,523 words
A 1920 Transistor: The Ripple Effects Through 1980 The Early Spark – 1920s‑30s What would change? Solid‑state amplifiers appear a quarter‑century earlier. The first practical transistor (likely a point‑contact or junction type) would be patented by the early 1930s, giving radio receivers a tiny, low‑power, reliable…
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Gemini 3 Flash Preview756 words
If the transistor had been invented in 1920—likely via a breakthrough in vacuum tube research at Bell Labs or by a lone genius like Julius Lilienfeld—the 27-year acceleration would not just move dates forward; it would fundamentally alter the physical and political landscape of the 20th century.
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Michelin Star Recipe Design

Design an innovative recipe for a multi-component dish worthy of a Michelin 3-star restaurant. The recipe should feature an unusual…

Command A+1,636 words
Dish Title – “Moonlit Tide” A five‑component, multi‑textural voyage that marries the elemental forces of fire, water, earth, air and the celestial moon. The narrative follows a solitary night on the Japanese coast where the sea’s fire (charred sea urchin) meets the moon’s silver (gold leaf), the water’s whisper…
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Gemini 3 Flash Preview691 words
Dish Title: "The Umami Forest" Concept: A conceptual exploration of the intersection between Earth and Sea. This dish pairs the earthy, bitter profile of Roasted White Chocolate with the saline, mineral intensity of Dried Sea Urchin (Uni) and Fermented Black Garlic.
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Advanced Longevity Plan (Biohacker)

Develop a comprehensive, cutting-edge 3-month longevity plan for a biohacker aiming to optimize longevity, physical and cognitive…

Command A+2,382 words
3‑Month Biohacker Longevity Blueprint Goal: Maximize healthy lifespan, peak physical performance, and cognitive sharpness while building measurable resilience. QUICK‑START SUMMARY (ONE‑PAGE ACTION PLAN) Week Primary Focus Key Supplements (dose & timing) Fasting/Diet Exercise Wearable/HRV Stress/Neuro Lab/Tracking 1‑4…
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Gemini 3 Flash Preview661 words
This 90-day protocol, titled "The Deceleration Framework," is designed for an advanced biohacker. It focuses on the three pillars of longevity: Autophagy Induction, Metabolic Flexibility, and Mitochondrial Efficiency.
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Beginner's Longevity Plan

Outline a simple, actionable 1-month plan for someone starting their journey towards better health and longevity. Focus on 3 key areas…

Command A+688 words
1‑Month Starter Plan for Better Health & Longevity Focus: Diet   Exercise   Sleep – three pillars that give the biggest bang‑for‑your‑buck. Why These Three? Diet fuels every cell and controls inflammation. Exercise keeps muscles, heart, and brain sharp.
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Gemini 3 Flash Preview481 words
This 1-month plan is designed to build a foundation for longevity without causing burnout. We will focus on Nutrition, Movement, and Sleep. The goal for Month 1 isn't perfection; it’s consistency. Area 1: Nutrition (The "Crowding Out" Method) Instead of cutting everything out, focus on adding longevity-boosting foods.
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Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Create a simple recipe for a delicious dish (sweet or savory) using only 7 common pantry ingredients. Include a creative name for the dish…

Command A+267 words
Dish Name: Golden Garlic Parmesan Pasta Ingredients (7 pantry staples only) 8 oz (≈ 225 g) dry pasta (any shape you like) 3 Tbsp unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp olive oil ½ tsp salt (plus extra for pasta water) ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese Instructions Boil the pasta…
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Gemini 3 Flash Preview344 words
This savory, comforting dish turns humble pantry staples into a high-end-tasting meal. The soy sauce and honey create a "sticky-sweet" glaze for the chickpeas, while the red pepper adds a gentle warmth.
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Our Verdict
Command A+
Command A+
Gemini 3 Flash Preview
Gemini 3 Flash Preview

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, nothing separates them.

Too close to call

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Command A+
Input
$0.30
1.7× cheaper
Output
$1.50
2.0× cheaper
Gemini 3 Flash Preview
Input
$0.50
Output
$3.00

Command A+ is cheaper on both: 1.7× input, 2.0× output.

Where to run it

3 hosts, cheapest first

Command A+1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Cohere$0.30 in·$1.50 out·192k·99.3% up
Gemini 3 Flash Preview2 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
Google Vertex AI$0.25 in·$1.50 out·1M·96.6% upGoogle AI Studio$0.50 in·$3.00 out·1M·99.9% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 25 Sep 2026.

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FAQ

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Command A+ is developed by Cohere while Gemini 3 Flash Preview is developed by Google AI. Command A+ has a 192K token context window vs Gemini 3 Flash Preview's 1.0M. You can compare their actual outputs across 17 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Command A+ and Gemini 3 Flash Preview each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 17 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

Command A+ costs $0.3/M input tokens and Gemini 3 Flash Preview costs $0.5/M input tokens. Command A+ is $0.20/M cheaper per input. Check their side-by-side outputs on Rival to see if the price difference is justified by quality.

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