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Updated Jul 2026

Laguna XS 2.1 (free)vsQwen3 Coder Plus

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is cheaper than Qwen3 Coder Plus at $0/M vs $1/M input tokens.

Laguna XS 2.1 (free) and Qwen3 Coder Plus compared across 11 shared prompts
SpecLaguna XS 2.1 (free)Qwen3 Coder Plus
Input priceFree$1/M tokens
Output priceFree$5/M tokens
Context window262K tokens128K tokens
Weights—Closed
Free API (OpenRouter)Yes (1 provider)No
ReleasedJul 2026Sep 2025
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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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Qwen3 Coder Plus703 words
"Metamorphosis: Saffron & Cacao Reimagined" A 7-Component Dish Exploring Transformation Through Ancient Pairings Conceptual Narrative This dish draws inspiration from the ancient practice of saffron-cacao preparations found in pre-Columbian Mesoamerican codices, where these precious commodities were combined in sacred…
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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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Qwen3 Coder Plus692 words
This is a fascinating counterfactual that creates cascading changes across multiple domains. Let me trace the likely implications: Immediate Technological Leap (1920-1940) The 1920s transistor would have immediately revolutionized radio technology.
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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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Qwen3 Coder Plus854 words
90-Day Advanced Biohacking Longevity Protocol Overview & Disclaimers This is an experimental protocol for educational purposes. Consult healthcare providers before implementation. Monitor biomarkers continuously.
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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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Qwen3 Coder Plus529 words
To the Software Engineer: Think of this as a massive pattern-matching system running on a distributed architecture you've never seen before. Instead of traditional databases with indexes and queries, you have transformer blocks acting like parallel processors that maintain attention weights across sequences.
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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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Qwen3 Coder Plus738 words
Analysis of Exploitable Contract Clauses Against Contractor SEVERELY UNFAVORABLE CLAUSES & SUGGESTED MODIFICATIONS Clause 1 - Scope Modification Current Problem: Allows unlimited scope changes without compensation "Client reserves the right to modify the scope at any time without additional compensation" Suggested…
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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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Qwen3 Coder Plus596 words
INTERNAL INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEMO TO: Investment Committee FROM: [Portfolio Manager] DATE: [Current Date] RE: LedgerLift (LLLT) - Long Recommendation RECOMMENDATION & PRICE TARGET Recommendation: LONG 12-Month Price Target: $68-$82 range Investment Thesis: LLLT trades at significant discount to intrinsic value with…
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Our Verdict
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Laguna XS 2.1 (free)
Qwen3 Coder Plus
Qwen3 Coder PlusRunner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, Laguna XS 2.1 (free) has the edge: newer, bigger context window.

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
Qwen3 Coder Plus
Input
$1.00
Output
$5.00
Where to run it

2 hosts

Laguna XS 2.1 (free)1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
PPoolsidefp8$0 in·$0 out·262k·99.8% up
Qwen3 Coder Plus1 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Alibaba Cloud$0.65 in·$3.25 out·1M·100% up

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

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Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is developed by Poolside while Qwen3 Coder Plus is developed by Qwen. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) has a 262K token context window vs Qwen3 Coder Plus's 128K. 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 Qwen3 Coder Plus 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 Qwen3 Coder Plus costs $1/M input tokens. Laguna XS 2.1 (free) is $1.00/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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