MiniMax M3.1 Flash 🆕 New
MiniMax’s new fast agent model (Oct 19) · AA Intelligence Index 43 (M3: 29) · $0.15/$0.60 per 1M tokens · 1M context · open weights (220B).
What is MiniMax M3.1 Flash?
MiniMax M3.1 Flash is the newest model from Chinese lab MiniMax, released on October 19, 2026 as a fast, low-cost model for coding and agent tasks. It scores 43 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index — far ahead of the older MiniMax M3 — costs $0.15/$0.60 per million tokens and is published with open weights.
Best for
- Coding agents on a budget
- Self-hosting an open coding model
- Long-context applications
MiniMax M3.1 Flash pricing
MiniMax M3.1 Flash has a free tier. Price: $0.15/$0.60 per 1M tokens.
Plans & prices
- Free (open weights)
- API $0.15/$0.60 per 1M
Prices as published by MiniMax. This page was last updated on October 23, 2026; prices and plans change often, so check the provider’s pricing page before you buy.
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Key facts
- MiniMax’s new fast agent model (Oct 19)
- AA Intelligence Index 43 (M3: 29)
- $0.15/$0.60 per 1M tokens
- 1M context
- open weights (220B)
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What is MiniMax M3.1 Flash?
MiniMax M3.1 Flash is the newest model from Chinese lab MiniMax, released on October 19, 2026 as a fast, low-cost model for coding and agent tasks. It scores 43 on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index — far ahead of the older MiniMax M3 — costs $0.15/$0.60 per million tokens and is published with open weights.
What is MiniMax M3.1 Flash best for?
MiniMax M3.1 Flash is a strong pick for: Coding agents on a budget; Self-hosting an open coding model; Long-context applications.
How much does MiniMax M3.1 Flash cost?
MiniMax M3.1 Flash starts at $0.15/$0.60 per 1M tokens (Free (open weights) · API $0.15/$0.60 per 1M). A free tier is available.
Is MiniMax M3.1 Flash free?
Yes — MiniMax M3.1 Flash has a free tier. Pricing: $0.15/$0.60 per 1M tokens (details: Free (open weights) · API $0.15/$0.60 per 1M).
What are the best alternatives to MiniMax M3.1 Flash?
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Does MiniMax M3.1 Flash have an API?
Yes, MiniMax M3.1 Flash can be used via an API.
Is MiniMax M3.1 Flash open source?
Yes — MiniMax M3.1 Flash is available as open source / open weights, so it can be self-hosted.
How does AIVerso rate MiniMax M3.1 Flash?
MiniMax M3.1 Flash scores 91/100 on AIVerso and ranks #16 of 43 in Text & Chat. Scores combine public benchmark results, features and pricing; commissions never influence them.
How we rate: Scores and capability ratings are based on public benchmarks, provider documentation, features and pricing — not on commission rates. Prices can change; check the provider's site before buying. Last updated: October 23, 2026.