Poolside API Pricing
2 paid models · 2 free · Price range: $0.06 - $0.09 /1M
About Poolside
Poolside provides AI models through their API. Compare pricing and find the best model for your needs.
Pricing Features
- Pay-per-token billing
- Prompt Caching (discounted)
📊 Poolside Model Comparison
Compare all models side by side. Sorted by total price (input + output).
| Model | Tier | Input /1M | Output /1M | Total /1M | Context | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna XS 2.1 | Budget | $0.06 | $0.12 | $0.18 | 262k | Complex reasoning, math |
| Laguna S 2.1 | Flagship | $0.09 | $0.18 | $0.27 | 1.0M | Complex reasoning, math |
🎯 Which Poolside Model Should You Choose?
Quick recommendations based on your use case.
💰 Poolside Monthly Cost Examples
Estimated monthly costs for common use cases.
| Use Case | Monthly Usage | Laguna XS 2.1 (Budget) |
Laguna XS 2.1 (free) (Flagship) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Customer Service Bot
1000 conversations/day
|
500k input 200k output |
$0.05/mo | $0.00/mo |
|
Code Assistant
200 requests/day
|
1.0M input 500k output |
$0.12/mo | $0.00/mo |
|
Data Analysis
500 analyses/day
|
2.0M input 300k output |
$0.16/mo | $0.00/mo |
⚔️ Poolside vs Competitors
How does {brand} compare to other major AI providers?
| Brand | Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Total /1M | Context | vs {brand} |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Poolside
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Laguna XS 2.1 (free) Current | Free | Free | Free | 262k | — |
OpenAI
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Codex Mini | $1.50 | $6.00 | $7.50 | 200k | Infinity% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 Pro | $21.00 | $168.00 | $189.00 | 400k | Infinity% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | Infinity% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.2 | $1.75 | $14.00 | $15.75 | 400k | Infinity% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | Infinity% more |
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OpenAI
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GPT-5.1-Codex-Max | $1.25 | $10.00 | $11.25 | 400k | Infinity% more |
All Models
| Model | Input /1M | Output /1M | Context | Capabilities | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laguna XS 2.1 (free) FREE | Free | Free | 262k | View Details | ||
| Laguna S 2.1 (free) FREE | Free | Free | 262k | View Details | ||
| Laguna XS 2.1 Cheapest | $0.06 | $0.12 | 262k | View Details | ||
| Laguna S 2.1 | $0.09 | $0.18 | 1.0M | View Details |
❓ Poolside Pricing FAQ
What is the cheapest Poolside model?
The cheapest Poolside model is Laguna XS 2.1 at $0.18 per 1M tokens (input + output combined).
What is the maximum context length for Poolside models?
Poolside models support up to 1.0M context length, allowing you to process large documents and maintain long conversations.
How do I choose between Poolside models?
For budget projects, choose the cheapest model. For code generation, prioritize low output price. For complex reasoning, choose models with reasoning capability. Use our scenario guide above.
Does Poolside support prompt caching?
Yes, Poolside supports prompt caching which can significantly reduce costs for repeated prompts. Check individual model pages for caching prices.