Kimi K3-256K vs kimi-for-coding
Both have similar output pricing, while kimi-for-coding offers a larger context window. Choose Kimi K3-256K or kimi-for-coding based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | Kimi K3-256K | kimi-for-coding |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Kimi For Coding (kimi.com) | Kimi For Coding (kimi.com) |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Context window | 262K | 1M |
| Parameters | — | — |
| Open weights | Yes | No |
| Released | Jul 2026 | Sep 2026 |
FAQ
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.