Kimi-K2 vs Kimi K2 Thinking
Kimi-K2 is cheaper on output tokens, while Kimi K2 Thinking offers a larger context window. Choose Kimi-K2 or Kimi K2 Thinking based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | Kimi-K2 | Kimi K2 Thinking |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | iFlow | MoonshotAI |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.00 | $0.60 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $0.00 | $2.50 |
| Context window | 128K | 262K |
| Parameters | 1T | 1T |
| Open weights | No | Yes |
| Released | Dec 2024 | Nov 2025 |
| LiveBench score | — | 62.3 |
| Aider Polyglot score | — | 59.1 |
FAQ
Is Kimi-K2 or Kimi K2 Thinking cheaper?
Kimi-K2 is cheaper on output tokens ($0.00 vs $2.50 per 1M).
Which has the larger context window, Kimi-K2 or Kimi K2 Thinking?
Kimi K2 Thinking has the larger context window (262K tokens).
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.