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Command R (08-2024) vs Inkling Small
Command R (08-2024) is 2.4× cheaper per token on a blended 3:1 basis. Inkling Small accepts the larger context window (524K).
Head to head
Blended price uses a 3:1 input:output mix
| Command R (08-2024) | Inkling Small | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Cohere | Thinkingmachines |
| Input $/1M | $0.150 | $0.450 |
| Output $/1M | $0.600 | $1.20 |
| Blended $/1M | $0.262 | $0.637 |
| Context window | 128K | 524K |
| Max output | 4K | 262K |
| Released | Aug 2024 | Jul 2026 |
| Licence | Proprietary | Open weights |
Choose Command R (08-2024) if…
- Costs less per token — $0.262 vs $0.637 blended
Choose Inkling Small if…
- Larger context window (524K)
- Open weights — self-hostable
- Newer model (released Jul 2026)
FAQ
Which is better, Command R (08-2024) or Inkling Small?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both Command R (08-2024) and Inkling Small, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is Command R (08-2024) cheaper than Inkling Small?
Command R (08-2024) is cheaper: $0.262 versus $0.637 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $0.150 vs $0.450. Output alone: $0.600 vs $1.20.
What context windows do Command R (08-2024) and Inkling Small have?
Command R (08-2024): 128,000 tokens. Inkling Small: 524,288 tokens.
Who makes Command R (08-2024) and Inkling Small?
Command R (08-2024) is made by Cohere. Inkling Small is made by Thinkingmachines.
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