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Moondream 3 Preview vs Inkling Small

Inkling Small is 1.3× 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
Moondream 3 PreviewInkling Small
ProviderMoondreamThinkingmachines
Input $/1M$0.300$0.450
Output $/1M$2.50$1.20
Blended $/1M$0.850$0.637
Context window32K524K
Max output4K262K
ReleasedOct 2026Jul 2026
LicenceOpen weightsOpen weights
Choose Moondream 3 Preview if…
  • Newer model (released Oct 2026)
Choose Inkling Small if…
  • Costs less per token — $0.637 vs $0.850 blended
  • Larger context window (524K)
FAQ
Which is better, Moondream 3 Preview or Inkling Small?
We do not hold independently-run benchmark scores covering both Moondream 3 Preview and Inkling Small, so we make no quality claim. Their pricing and specifications are compared on this page.
Is Moondream 3 Preview cheaper than Inkling Small?
Inkling Small is cheaper: $0.637 versus $0.850 per million tokens blended at 3:1 input:output. Input alone: $0.300 vs $0.450. Output alone: $2.50 vs $1.20.
What context windows do Moondream 3 Preview and Inkling Small have?
Moondream 3 Preview: 32,000 tokens. Inkling Small: 524,288 tokens.
Who makes Moondream 3 Preview and Inkling Small?
Moondream 3 Preview is made by Moondream. Inkling Small is made by Thinkingmachines.
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