$0.50 input / $3.00 output
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$2400/yr
cost with Gemini 3 Flash
Gemini 3 Flash: $2400/yr vs Mistral Small 4: $300/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Gemini 3 Flash alternative?
DeepSeek V4 Flash is the cheapest at $0.22/$0.66 per million tokens — 72% cheaper on input. Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite ($0.25/$1.50) is a good Google ecosystem alternative at half the price.
Is Gemini 3 Flash worth the price?
At $0.50/$3.00 per million tokens, Gemini 3 Flash is mid-range for budget models. If you need 1M context and Google ecosystem integration, it's reasonable. For pure cost savings, DeepSeek V4 Flash or Mistral Small 4 are significantly cheaper.
How does Gemini 3 Flash compare to DeepSeek V4 Flash?
DeepSeek V4 Flash ($0.22 vs $0.50) and 91% cheaper on output ($0.66 vs $3.00). Both offer 1M context. DeepSeek is the clear winner for cost; Gemini 3 Flash may have slight quality advantages for some tasks.
Should I switch from Gemini 3 Flash to save money?
If you're using Gemini 3 Flash for routine tasks (classification, simple Q&A, routing), switching to DeepSeek V4 Flash could save 70%+. For tasks requiring Google's ecosystem or specific Gemini capabilities, the premium may be justified.
What's the cheapest model with 1M context?
Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite at $0.10/$0.40 is the cheapest 1M context model. DeepSeek V4 Flash at $0.22/$0.66 is close and has lower output costs. Both are significantly cheaper than Gemini 3 Flash.