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  5. Laguna XS 2.1 (free)vsMiniMax M2.7
Updated Jul 2026

Laguna XS 2.1 (free)vsMiniMax M2.7

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is cheaper than MiniMax M2.7 at $0/M vs $0.3/M input tokens.

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) and MiniMax M2.7 compared across 11 shared prompts
SpecLaguna XS 2.1 (free)MiniMax M2.7
Input priceFree$0.3/M tokens
Output priceFree$1.2/M tokens
Context window262K tokens205K tokens
Weights—Open
Free API (OpenRouter)Yes (1 provider)No
ReleasedJul 2026Mar 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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MiniMax M2.71,924 words
LUMIÈRE DE LA MER “A Moonlit Dialogue Between Ocean and Earth” Conceptual Narrative Lumière de la Mer is a multi‑course, bite‑size tableau that captures the contrast of the deep, briny sea with the earthy, fermented soul of the land.
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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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MiniMax M2.7953 words
🚀 1‑Month “Health & Longevity” Kick‑Start Below is a beginner‑friendly, 3‑area plan (Nutrition, Movement, and Sleep + Stress). Each week builds on the last, so you’ll never feel overwhelmed. Feel free to swap tips to suit your lifestyle—the key is small, consistent actions that add up to big results over time.
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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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MiniMax M2.7988 words
1. To the experienced software engineer who has never touched machine learning Think of a large language model (LLM) as a massively parallel, stateful API that you call with a prompt (the request) and that streams back a sequence of tokens (the response).
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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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MiniMax M2.71,727 words
Contract Analysis: Exploitative Clauses for Contractors This agreement contains numerous provisions heavily weighted in the Client's favor. Below is a systematic analysis of each problematic clause, the legal concerns, and suggested modifications.
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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 XS 2.1 (free)877 words
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEMO Subject: LedgerLift (LLLT) – Long/Short/Comps Analysis Date: [Insert Date] Recommendation: LONG 12-Month Price Target Range: $85–$105 Thesis: LedgerLift is executing on a best-in-class B2B SaaS spend management platform with high net revenue retention (NRR), strong gross margins, and a rapidly…
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MiniMax M2.71,240 words
MEMORANDUM To: Investment Committee From: Analyst Coverage – SaaS/Enterprise Software Date: June 2026 Re: LedgerLift (LLLT) – Initiating Coverage Recommendation & Price Target Recommendation 12‑Month PT Range 2‑Sentence Thesis SHORT $30 – $38 LedgerLift’s best‑in‑class SaaS metrics (123 % NRR, 94 % gross retention)…
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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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MiniMax M2.7987 words
Advanced 3-Month Longevity & Performance Optimization Plan Foundational Philosophy This protocol integrates epigenetic modulation, metabolic flexibility, proteostasis maintenance, and stress resilience into a cohesive system.
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Our Verdict
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
MiniMax M2.7
MiniMax M2.7

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
MiniMax M2.7
Input
$0.30
Output
$1.20
Where to run it

9 hosts, cheapest first

Laguna XS 2.1 (free)1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
PPoolsidefp8$0 in·$0 out·262k·99.9% up
MiniMax M2.78 hosts
HostInOutContextUptime
GGMI Cloudfp8$0.21 in·$0.84 out·197k·99.4% upNNovitafp8$0.27 in·$1.08 out·205k·99.1% upAAtlasCloudfp8$0.30 in·$1.20 out·197k·98.7% upMiniMaxfp8$0.30 in·$1.20 out·205k·99.6% upGroq$0.60 in·$1.80 out·197k·99.5% upSSambaNova$0.60 in·$2.40 out·197k·98.6% up
2 more hostsFewer hosts
MMaradegraded$0.24 in·$0.96 out·197k·87.6% upDDeepInfrafp8degraded$0.38 in·$1.70 out·197k·82.4% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 22 Sep 2026.

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Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is developed by Poolside while MiniMax M2.7 is developed by MiniMax. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) has a 262K token context window vs MiniMax M2.7's 205K. 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 MiniMax M2.7 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 MiniMax M2.7 costs $0.3/M input tokens. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) 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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