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  5. Laguna XS 2.1 (free)vsMiMo-V2.5
Updated Jul 2026

Laguna XS 2.1 (free)vsMiMo-V2.5

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is cheaper than MiMo-V2.5 at $0/M vs $0.4/M input tokens.

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) and MiMo-V2.5 compared across 11 shared prompts
SpecLaguna XS 2.1 (free)MiMo-V2.5
Input priceFree$0.4/M tokens
Output priceFree$2/M tokens
Context window262K tokens1.0M tokens
Weights—Open
Free API (OpenRouter)Yes (1 provider)No
ReleasedJul 2026Apr 2026
Side by side

Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 11 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…

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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MiMo-V2.52,073 words
"Tidal Memory" Hokkaido Uni · Black Garlic & White Chocolate Velouté · Kombu-Cured Yolk · Yuzu Kosho Air · Dashi Foam Conceptual Narrative This dish explores the liminal space between land and sea — the tidal zone where two ecosystems bleed into one another.
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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…

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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MiMo-V2.5758 words
Of course. Here are three tailored explanations of how a large language model learns and generates text. For the Experienced Software Engineer Think of an LLM not as a program that understands language, but as an extraordinarily complex stateless API that performs a single operation: given a sequence of text (the…
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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…

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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MiMo-V2.52,925 words
The Transistor in 1920: A Counterfactual Through 1980 This is a rich question. The transistor's actual 1947 invention at Bell Labs was arguably the most consequential single invention of the 20th century.
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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…

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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MiMo-V2.5694 words
🌱 Your 4-Week Health & Longevity Starter Plan Welcome to your first month! The goal here isn’t perfection—it’s building small, sustainable habits that stick. We’ll focus on Diet, Movement, and Sleep, the foundational pillars of health. Each week introduces one new, manageable change in each area.
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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 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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MiMo-V2.5998 words
This contract is extremely one-sided and contains several clauses that could severely exploit the Contractor. Below is a clause-by-clause analysis, suggested modifications, and legal reasoning for each. 1.
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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 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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MiMo-V2.5427 words
Comprehensive 3-Month Longevity & Performance Optimization Plan ⚠️ CRITICAL DISCLAIMER: This is a template for a highly advanced biohacker. You must consult with a physician and a registered dietitian before starting.
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Our Verdict
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
MiMo-V2.5
MiMo-V2.5

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

Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Input
$0.000
Output
$0.000
MiMo-V2.5
Input
$0.40
Output
$2.00
Where to run it

7 hosts, cheapest first

Laguna XS 2.1 (free)1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
PPoolsidefp8$0 in·$0 out·262k·99.8% up
MiMo-V2.56 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
GGMI Cloudfp8$0.12 in·$0.24 out·1.1M·95.6% upDDeepInfrafp8$0.13 in·$0.27 out·262k·99.7% upXiaomifp8$0.14 in·$0.28 out·1M·98.7% upNNovitafp8$0.17 in·$0.34 out·1M·97.5% upVVenicefp8$0.40 in·$2.00 out·1M·99.1% upSStreamLakedegraded$0.17 in·$0.34 out·1M·91.8% up

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

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Common questions

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is developed by Poolside while MiMo-V2.5 is developed by Xiaomi. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) has a 262K token context window vs MiMo-V2.5's 1.0M. You can compare their actual outputs across 11 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) and MiMo-V2.5 each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 11 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) costs $0/M input tokens and MiMo-V2.5 costs $0.4/M input tokens. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is $0.40/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 XS 2.1 (free) and MiMo-V2.5 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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