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Updated Sep 2026

Muse Spark 1.3vsSolar Mini 4

Solar Mini 4 is cheaper than Muse Spark 1.3 at $0.05/M vs $1.25/M input tokens.

Muse Spark 1.3 and Solar Mini 4 compared across 19 shared prompts
SpecMuse Spark 1.3Solar Mini 4
Input price$1.25/M tokens$0.05/M tokens
Output price$4.25/M tokens$0.2/M tokens
Context window1.0M tokens524K tokens
WeightsClosed—
Free API (OpenRouter)NoNo
ReleasedSep 2026Sep 2026
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Same prompt, both answers

Opening lines from 6 of the 19 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…

Muse Spark 1.31,431 words
Pearl in the Tidepool Koji-Cured Hokkaido Scallop, Smoked Marrow Custard, Lacto Green Strawberry, Rausu Kombu & Oscietra Yield: 4 tasting-course portions Active: 3.5 hours + 7 days fermentation This is a dish about contrast — not harmony. Delicate and animal, raw and smoked, unripe and decadent.
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Solar Mini 41,364 words
Chronos & Tides A Three-Component Study in Preservation, Precision, and Ephemeral Sensation Concept: A single plate that traces the lifecycle of an umami-rich flavor profile through three distinct temporal states: fermented (time in), precision-cooked (time controlled), and volatile (time suspended).
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Mini LBO Underwrite

You are underwriting a 5-year LBO for a private equity investment committee. Company (fictional): HarborTech Services (HTS) –…

Muse Spark 1.3661 words
HarborTech Services - 5-Yr LBO - Base Case Entry - close end FY2025 FY25 EBITDA $120m EV = 12.0x * 120 = $1,440m Fees = 2.0% * 1,440 = $28.8m Uses = 1,440 + 28.8 = $1,468.8m Sources: Term Loan 4.0x = $480m, 9.0% cash, 1% amort = $4.8m/yr mandatory Mezz 1.5x = $180m, 12.0% cash + 2.0% PIK to principal Total debt $660m =…
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Solar Mini 41,718 words
518.51935 New TL: 276.34682 - 86.82747 = 189.51935 Mezz: PIK 194.8377888 * 0.02 = 3.896755776 New Mezz: 194.8377888 + 3.896755776 = 198.734544576 Ending Balances: TL: 189.52 Mezz: 198.73 Total Debt: 388.25 Exit (End of FY2030): Exit EBITDA: 206.6252668 Exit Multiple: 10.5x Exit EV: 206.6252668 * 10.5 = 2,169.5653014…
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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…

Muse Spark 1.31,591 words
This is general information about contracting risks, not legal advice and not an attorney-client relationship. Have a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction review before you sign or negotiate — especially for IP, non-compete, and indemnity. This agreement as drafted is heavily one-sided.
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Solar Mini 41,994 words
This agreement contains several provisions that are heavily one-sided, overly broad, or legally vulnerable. Below is a clause-by-clause analysis of the most exploitable terms, suggested modifications, and the legal reasoning behind them. Note: Contract law varies significantly by jurisdiction.
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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…

Muse Spark 1.32,247 words
If you move the transistor from 1947 to 1920, you don't just move one invention. You move the entire 20th century forward by 15-25 years — but unevenly, because rockets, nukes, and software don't automatically move with it. And 1920 is a hard date.
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Solar Mini 41,539 words
This is a fascinating counterfactual. I need to note upfront that the scientific and engineering foundations for a working transistor did not exist in 1920. Quantum mechanics was barely a decade old, band theory of solids hadn't been developed, and semiconductor physics (doping, p-n junctions, electron mobility) was…
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Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Create a simple recipe for a delicious dish (sweet or savory) using only 7 common pantry ingredients. Include a creative name for the dish…

Muse Spark 1.3278 words
Here's a super simple savory favorite you can make with just what's in the pantry: Fiery Midnight Garlic Parm Pasta Serves 2 Estimated Time: Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 15 minutes Total: 20 minutes The 7 Ingredients Only: Spaghetti (about 8 oz / half a box, any pasta works) Olive oil (1/4 cup) Garlic (4 cloves, thinly…
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Solar Mini 4266 words
🌟 Golden Chickpea & Rice Skillet This comforting one-pot dish combines hearty chickpeas, tender rice, and a warm blend of spices. It's a perfect way to use up pantry staples for a quick, flavorful meal.
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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…

Muse Spark 1.3972 words
Perfect — for longevity you don't need to overhaul your life. You just need to get really consistent at the basics. Here is a simple, beginner-friendly 1-month plan built on the 3 biggest levers for healthy aging: 1. Move (Exercise) 2. Nourish (Diet) 3.
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Solar Mini 4669 words
Here is a simple, actionable 1-month plan designed for beginners. The focus is on consistency over intensity, meaning small, sustainable changes are better than drastic overhauls that are hard to maintain. The 3 Key Pillars Nutrition: Focus on adding good things rather than strictly restricting.
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Our Verdict
Muse Spark 1.3
Muse Spark 1.3
Solar Mini 4
Solar Mini 4Runner-up

Not enough votes to call it. On the specs, Muse Spark 1.3 has the edge: bigger model tier, bigger context window, major provider backing.

Solar Mini 4 costs 21x less per token.

Slight edge

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API pricing

Cost per 1M tokens

Muse Spark 1.3
Input
$1.25
Output
$4.25
Solar Mini 4
Input
$0.05
25× cheaper
Output
$0.20
21× cheaper

Solar Mini 4 is cheaper on both: 25× input, 21× output.

Where to run it

2 hosts

Muse Spark 1.31 host
HostInOutContextUptime
Meta$1.25 in·$4.25 out·1M·99.4% up
Solar Mini 41 host
HostInOutContextUptime
UUpstage$0.05 in·$0.20 out·524k·100% up

Per million tokens. Prices and uptime via OpenRouter, checked 25 Sep 2026.

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Muse Spark 1.3 is developed by Meta AI while Solar Mini 4 is developed by Upstage. Muse Spark 1.3 has a 1.0M token context window vs Solar Mini 4's 524K. You can compare their actual outputs across 19 challenges on Rival to see how they differ in practice.

It depends on your use case. Muse Spark 1.3 and Solar Mini 4 each have strengths in different areas. Rival lets you compare their real outputs side-by-side across 19 challenges so you can judge which fits your needs best.

Muse Spark 1.3 costs $1.25/M input tokens and Solar Mini 4 costs $0.05/M input tokens. Solar Mini 4 is $1.20/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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