GPT-4.1 vs Sherlock Think Alpha
Compare GPT-4.1 by OpenAI against Sherlock Think Alpha by OpenRouter, tested across 35 shared challenges. Updated May 2026.
Which is better, GPT-4.1 or Sherlock Think Alpha?
GPT-4.1 and Sherlock Think Alpha are both competitive models. Compare their real outputs side by side below.
Key Differences Between GPT-4.1 and Sherlock Think Alpha
GPT-4.1 is made by openai while Sherlock Think Alpha is from openrouter.
API pricing
Per 1M tokens
GPT-4.1
Input
$2.00
Output
$8.00
Sherlock Think Alpha
Input
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Output
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Our Verdict
GPT-4.1
Sherlock Think Alpha
No community votes yet. On paper, these are closely matched - try both with your actual task to see which fits your workflow.
Too close to call
Writing DNA
Style Comparison
Similarity
46%
Sherlock Think Alpha uses 6.8x more transitions
GPT-4.1
Sherlock Think Alpha
58%Vocabulary72%
19wSentence Length11w
0.38Hedging0.16
9.0Bold4.3
6.1Lists4.3
0.24Emoji0.07
1.01Headings0.51
0.07Transitions0.47
Based on 25 + 14 text responses
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