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  5. DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731vsLaguna XS 2.1 (free)
Updated Jul 2026

DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731vsLaguna XS 2.1 (free)

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is cheaper than DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 at $0/M vs $0.14/M input tokens.

DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 and Laguna XS 2.1 (free) compared across 10 shared prompts
SpecDeepSeek V4 Flash 0731Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Input price$0.14/M tokensFree
Output price$0.28/M tokensFree
Context window1.0M tokens262K tokens
WeightsOpen—
Free API (OpenRouter)NoYes (1 provider)
ReleasedJul 2026Jul 2026
Side by side

Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 10 prompts both answered. Formatting stripped, words untouched.

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…

DeepSeek V4 Flash 07311,492 words
Conceptual Narrative “An Unripe Promise — Hand-Dived Scallop / Green Strawberry / Black Sesame / Celery Root” The dish is an attempt to save a single fleeting moment: the morning a strawberry is still green, sharp, and full of anticipation—before sugar, before ripeness, before memory.
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Laguna XS 2.1 (free)602 words
Recipe: "Nocturne of Shadows and Light" Concept: A poetic exploration of ancient flavors (pomegranate, quince) intertwined with modernist techniques (spherification, sous vide) and an unexpected coffee-cocoa depth, harmonizing the boldness of game with the elegance of fruit.
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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…

DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731967 words
Here is a simple, actionable 1-month plan designed for absolute beginners. The goal is consistency over intensity. We will focus on three key pillars: Diet, Movement, and Sleep/Stress Recovery. You don’t need to be perfect—just aim for 80% adherence. If you miss a day, don’t double up tomorrow; just get back on track.
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Laguna XS 2.1 (free)409 words
1-Month Health & Longevity Plan Focus Areas: Diet, Exercise, Sleep Week 1: Start with Foundational Habits Diet: Action: Add 1 serving of fruit or vegetables daily (e.g., a banana with breakfast, a side salad with lunch). Why: Boosts nutrient intake and fiber.
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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…

DeepSeek V4 Flash 07311,896 words
If the Transistor Had Been Invented in 1920: A Counterfactual History Assume that in 1920 a working point-contact transistor is developed at AT&T’s research laboratories—crude, noisy, and low-powered, but clearly useful as an amplifier.
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Laguna XS 2.1 (free)870 words
The Transistor Revolution: A 1920 Timeline Analysis Immediate Impact (1920-1940) Early Military Applications With transistors available 27 years before radar, telecommunications would see revolutionary improvements: Radio warfare: Nations could develop sophisticated radio direction-finding and jamming capabilities by…
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Explain Like I'm a Specific Expert

Explain how a large language model (like GPT or Claude) learns and generates text to each of these three audiences: 1. **An experienced…

DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731748 words
An experienced software engineer Think of the model as a service with one API: predict_next_token(context) -> distribution over vocabulary. During training, you run a gigantic distributed job—shard the corpus, shard the parameters, synchronize gradients—to minimize cross-entropy loss on trillions of tokens.
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Laguna XS 2.1 (free)610 words
For the Software Engineer Think of training a language model like building a distributed prediction system with an incredibly complex API contract. Instead of training on labeled datasets where you explicitly tell it "this text is sentiment-positive," you're feeding it massive amounts of text and asking it to predict…
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Adversarial Contract Review

Here is a contract for a software consulting engagement: --- SOFTWARE CONSULTING AGREEMENT This Agreement is entered into between TechCorp…

DeepSeek V4 Flash 07311,888 words
This contract is heavily one-sided: it gives the Client nearly all rights and discretion while assigning the Contractor nearly all risk and liability. Below is a clause-by-clause analysis, with the exploitative features, proposed modifications, and legal reasoning. This is general legal information, not legal advice.
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Laguna XS 2.1 (free)635 words
I'll analyze each clause in this software consulting agreement to identify potential risks to the contractor and suggest modifications with legal reasoning. Clause-by-Clause Analysis Clause 1: SCOPE Risk: Unlimited scope creep without additional compensation Modification: Add: "Any modification to the scope requiring…
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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…

DeepSeek V4 Flash 07311,562 words
The 3-Month Longevity & Performance Optimization Protocol (Biohacker Edition) Disclaimer: This protocol is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified physician (ideally one familiar with longevity medicine) before starting any new supplement, fasting, or exercise regimen.
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Laguna XS 2.1 (free)828 words
3-Month Longevity & Performance Optimization Plan for a Biohacker Designed for advanced biohackers with a focus on longevity, cognitive sharpness, and peak physical performance. Assumes access to basic medical testing, wearables, and some advanced tools (e.g., neurofeedback apps).
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Our Verdict
DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731
DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)Runner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 has the edge: bigger context window, major provider backing.

Too close to call
API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731
Input
$0.14
Output
$0.28
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Input
$0.000
Output
$0.000
Where to run it

30 hosts, cheapest first

DeepSeek V4 Flash 073129 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
OOpenInferencefp8$0.03 in·$0.80 out·1M·99.8% upSSail Researchfp4$0.04 in·$0.55 out·1M·99.7% upRRelacefp4$0.04 in·$0.64 out·1M·99.7% upSStreamLakefp8$0.05 in·$0.16 out·1M·97.1% upDDeepInfrafp8$0.06 in·$0.18 out·1M·99.7% upRRekafp4$0.09 in·$0.53 out·262k·99% up
23 more hostsFewer hosts
MMakora$0.09 in·$0.20 out·1M·97.8% upWWafer$0.10 in·$0.25 out·1M·99.9% upDDigitalOcean$0.12 in·$0.24 out·1M·99.2% upIInceptronfp4$0.12 in·$0.50 out·1M·99.6% upBBasetenfp8$0.13 in·$0.26 out·1M·100% upCCoreWeavefp8$0.13 in·$0.28 out·262k·99.9% upCohere$0.14 in·$0.28 out·1M·98.6% upNNebiusfp8$0.14 in·$0.28 out·1M·18.5% upPParasailfp8$0.14 in·$0.28 out·1M·99.6% upTTogether$0.14 in·$0.28 out·1M·99.8% upMMorph$0.14 in·$0.40 out·1M·96.5% upVVenice$0.17 in·$0.35 out·1M·99.1% upMMancerfp8$0.20 in·$0.60 out·1M·98.9% upFFireworks$0.22 in·$0.66 out·1M·96.5% upSSiliconFlowfp8$0.22 in·$0.66 out·1M·98.3% upGGMI Cloudfp8$0.29 in·$0.86 out·1M·99.9% upAlibaba Cloud$0.35 in·$1.06 out·1M·100% upNNextBitfp8$0.35 in·$1.06 out·1M·98.2% upNNovitafp8$0.41 in·$1.23 out·1M·100% upAAtlasCloudfp4$0.44 in·$1.32 out·1M·99.6% upBaidu Qianfanfp8$0.44 in·$1.32 out·1M·96.4% upPPhala$0.44 in·$1.32 out·1M·99.8% upCloudflare Workers AIdegraded$0.44 in·$1.32 out·1.3M·99.2% up
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
PPoolsidefp8$0 in·$0 out·262k·99.8% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 23 Sep 2026.

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DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 is developed by DeepSeek while Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is developed by Poolside. DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 has a 1.0M token context window vs Laguna XS 2.1 (free)'s 262K. You can compare their actual outputs across 10 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 and Laguna XS 2.1 (free) each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 10 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 costs $0.14/M input tokens and Laguna XS 2.1 (free) costs $0/M input tokens. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is $0.14/M cheaper per input. Check their side-by-side outputs on Rival to see if the price difference is justified by quality.

This page shows a side-by-side comparison of DeepSeek V4 Flash 0731 and Laguna XS 2.1 (free) across shared challenges. You can vote on which model produced the better output in a blind duel. Browsing and voting are free. No account is needed to look; signing in only saves your votes and likes.

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