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Updated Sep 2026

Command A+vsLFM2.5-2.6B

LFM2.5-2.6B is cheaper than Command A+ at $0/M vs $0.3/M input tokens.

Command A+ and LFM2.5-2.6B compared across 17 shared prompts
SpecCommand A+LFM2.5-2.6B
Input price$0.3/M tokensFree
Output price$1.5/M tokensFree
Context window192K tokens128K tokens
WeightsClosedOpen
Free API (OpenRouter)NoYes (1 provider)
ReleasedSep 2026Aug 2026
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Same prompt, both answers

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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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LFM2.5-2.6B1,248 words
The invention of the transistor in 1920, rather than 1947, fundamentally rewires the trajectory of the 20th century. The pivotal difference is not the year of invention, but the 23 years of head start provided for the semiconductor industry, the physics of solid-state electronics, and the subsequent digital revolution.
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Debug This Architecture

Here's the architecture for a real-time collaborative document editor (like Google Docs): **System Overview:** - Frontend: React SPA with…

Command A+1,674 words
This architecture, while functional for a prototype, contains several critical architectural flaws regarding consistency, availability, and scalability. Below is a breakdown of the failure modes, race conditions, and bottlenecks, followed by proposed solutions and their trade-offs.
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LFM2.5-2.6B1,022 words
Potential Failure Modes, Race Conditions, and Scaling Bottlenecks WebSocket Connection Loss and Cleanup Failure Mode: If a client disconnects unexpectedly (e.g., network failure), the server may retain a stale reference, leading to memory leaks or stale broadcast attempts.
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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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LFM2.5-2.6B693 words
This is a comprehensive, 3-month "Longevity Protocol" designed for a biohacker. It integrates chronobiology, metabolic engineering, neurocognitive optimization, and performance science.
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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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LFM2.5-2.6B189 words
Dish Name: Sun-Kissed Spice Pasta Ingredients (7 Common Pantry Staples): Pasta (any shape, such as spaghetti or penne) Canned tomatoes (crushed or diced) Onion Garlic Olive oil Salt Red chili flakes (or red pepper flakes) Estimated Time: Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Total: 20 minutes Instructions: Boil the Pasta…
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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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LFM2.5-2.6B992 words
Dish Name: Echoes of the Abyss Concept: A deconstructed narrative of the ocean meeting the earth. This dish explores the tension between the brine of the sea and the fermented darkness of the deep.
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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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LFM2.5-2.6B1,719 words
48-Hour Action Plan: Liver Failure Safety Issue Executive Summary This is a high-stakes crisis requiring immediate, decisive action that balances patient safety, legal compliance, financial responsibility, and ethical leadership.
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Our Verdict
Command A+
Command A+
LFM2.5-2.6B
LFM2.5-2.6BRunner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, Command A+ has the edge: bigger model tier, newer.

Too close to call

Reviewing agent-written code?See a Brief PR report

API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Command A+
Input
$0.30
Output
$1.50
LFM2.5-2.6B
Input
$0.000
Output
$0.000
Where to run it

2 hosts

Command A+1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Cohere$0.30 in·$1.50 out·192k·99.3% up
LFM2.5-2.6B1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Liquid AIfp8$0 in·$0 out·66k·99.8% up

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

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Command A+ is developed by Cohere while LFM2.5-2.6B is developed by Liquid AI. Command A+ has a 192K token context window vs LFM2.5-2.6B's 128K. 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 LFM2.5-2.6B 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 LFM2.5-2.6B costs $0/M input tokens. LFM2.5-2.6B is $0.30/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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