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Updated Aug 2026

Laguna S 2.1 (free)vsQwen3.8 Max

Laguna S 2.1 (free) is cheaper than Qwen3.8 Max at $0/M vs $2/M input tokens.

Laguna S 2.1 (free) and Qwen3.8 Max compared across 8 shared prompts
SpecLaguna S 2.1 (free)Qwen3.8 Max
Input priceFree$2/M tokens
Output priceFree$6/M tokens
Context window262K tokens1.0M tokens
Weights—Closed
Free API (OpenRouter)Yes (1 provider)No
ReleasedJul 2026Aug 2026
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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…

Laguna S 2.1 (free)1,140 words
Comprehensive 3-Month Longevity Optimization Plan Phase 1: Foundation & Assessment (Month 1) Week 1-2: Baseline Establishment Comprehensive Health Testing Complete blood panel (CBC, CMP, lipid panel, inflammatory markers: hs-CRP, IL-6) Hormone panel (testosterone, estrogen, DHEA, cortisol, thyroid panel) Genetic…
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Qwen3.8 Max3,196 words
12-Week Biohacker Longevity & Performance Protocol Goal: improve metabolic health, strength, VO₂max proxies, sleep, HRV/stress resilience, cognitive output, and longevity-related biomarkers over 3 months. Medical disclaimer: This is an aggressive self-experimentation framework, not medical advice.
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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…

Laguna S 2.1 (free)275 words
I'll analyze each clause for potential exploitation against the contractor and suggest improvements. Exploitable Clauses & Recommended Modifications SCOPE CLAUSE Problem: "Client reserves the right to modify the scope at any time without additional compensation" Allows unlimited scope creep without extra pay No…
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Qwen3.8 Max4,612 words
This agreement is heavily one-sided in the Client’s favor. Many clauses are not merely aggressive; they create meaningful opportunities for the Client to expand the work, delay or deny payment, capture the Contractor’s pre-existing intellectual property, impose unlimited liability, and restrict the Contractor’s future…
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Advanced Investment Memo (IC Memo)

You are writing an internal investment committee memo for a long/short equity fund. Company (fictional): LedgerLift (ticker: LLLT) – B2B…

Laguna S 2.1 (free)910 words
INTERNAL INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEMO 1. Recommendation & Thesis Recommendation: LONG 12-Month Price Target Range: $62 – $75/share Thesis: LedgerLift is a high-quality B2B SaaS platform with strong recurring revenue, exceptional unit economics, and durable customer retention.
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Qwen3.8 Max963 words
INTERNAL IC MEMO — LedgerLift (LLLT) Fictional exercise; not investment advice. Recommendation Recommendation: Short (tactical). 12-month PT range: $35–$40 vs. current $46.
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Our Verdict
Qwen3.8 Max
Qwen3.8 Max
Laguna S 2.1 (free)
Laguna S 2.1 (free)Runner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, Qwen3.8 Max has the edge: bigger model tier, bigger context window.

Too close to call
API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Laguna S 2.1 (free)
Input
$0.000
Output
$0.000
Qwen3.8 Max
Input
$2.00
Output
$6.00
Where to run it

2 hosts

Laguna S 2.1 (free)1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
PPoolsidefp4$0 in·$0 out·262k·100% up
Qwen3.8 Max1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Alibaba Cloud$2.00 in·$6.00 out·1M·100% up

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

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Laguna S 2.1 (free) is developed by Poolside while Qwen3.8 Max is developed by Qwen. Laguna S 2.1 (free) has a 262K token context window vs Qwen3.8 Max's 1.0M. You can compare their actual outputs across 8 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Laguna S 2.1 (free) and Qwen3.8 Max each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 8 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

Laguna S 2.1 (free) costs $0/M input tokens and Qwen3.8 Max costs $2/M input tokens. Laguna S 2.1 (free) is $2.00/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 Laguna S 2.1 (free) and Qwen3.8 Max 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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