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MiniMax M3.1 Flash is out — benchmarks, speed and API price
MiniMax's new Flash model for agents and coding: the claimed benchmarks, speed, API price and how it compares with M3 and M2.7.
Cost optimization
DeepSeek API pricing in 2026 — what you actually pay
Official DeepSeek API prices, peak hours and cache discounts, two monthly cost examples and when a fixed price wins.
AI for beginners
What is a token in AI? A plain-English explanation
Tokens are the pieces of text a model reads, writes and bills you for. A real tokenizer example, rules of thumb and a cost calculation.
Getting started
How to bring users to CheapTokens: 6 practical ways
Six ways to recommend CheapTokens — from a message to a colleague to a paid placement — with examples and how to measure each one.
Tools & integrations
How to connect Hermes Agent to CheapTokens
Hermes Agent with a CheapTokens custom endpoint: hermes model, config.yaml and side tasks.
Tools & integrations
How to connect OpenClaw to CheapTokens
OpenClaw with a CheapTokens custom provider: onboarding, config file and the default model.
Tools & integrations
How to connect Kilo Code to CheapTokens
Kilo Code through the OpenAI Compatible provider: base URL, key, model ID and limits.
Tools & integrations
How to connect Cursor to CheapTokens
Cursor chat on CheapTokens models: API key, base URL override, custom model and the limits.
Tools & integrations
How to connect Claude Code to CheapTokens
Claude Code through ANTHROPIC_BASE_URL and three more variables: setup, limits and how to switch back.
Tools & integrations
How to connect Aider to CheapTokens
Aider through two environment variables and the openai/ model prefix: setup, check and common errors.
Tools & integrations
How to connect Cline to CheapTokens
Point Cline's OpenAI Compatible provider at CheapTokens: base URL, key, model ID and limits.
Models & comparisons
GLM vs DeepSeek vs MiniMax: which model to choose
Context, output limits and the cost of a typical request for three models — with date and conditions.