MiniMax M2.1 vs KAT-Coder-Pro V1
Both have similar output pricing, while KAT-Coder-Pro V1 offers a larger context window. Choose MiniMax M2.1 or KAT-Coder-Pro V1 based on the trade-off between cost, context, and the benchmarks that matter for your use case.
| Spec | MiniMax M2.1 | KAT-Coder-Pro V1 |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | MiniMax | Vercel AI Gateway |
| Input / 1M tokens | $0.30 | $0.30 |
| Output / 1M tokens | $1.20 | $1.20 |
| Context window | 205K | 256K |
| Parameters | 229B | — |
| Open weights | Yes | No |
| Released | Dec 2025 | Nov 2025 |
| LMArena WebDev Elo score | — | 1256 |
FAQ
Is MiniMax M2.1 or KAT-Coder-Pro V1 cheaper?
MiniMax M2.1 and KAT-Coder-Pro V1 have comparable output pricing.
Which has the larger context window, MiniMax M2.1 or KAT-Coder-Pro V1?
KAT-Coder-Pro V1 has the larger context window (256K tokens).
Pricing is indicative — confirm with the provider before production use. Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that row.