Command R vs Command R+
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Cost Comparison (1000 input + 500 output tokens, 100 requests/day)
Command R
Command R+
Cost Differences
Command R+ costs more than Command R
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Command R | Command R+ |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Cohere | Cohere |
| Input Price | $0.15/1M tokens | $2.50/1M tokens |
| Output Price | $0.60/1M tokens | $10.00/1M tokens |
| Context Window | 128,000 tokens | 128,000 tokens |
| Max Output | 4,096 tokens | 4,096 tokens |
| Category | efficient | flagship |
| Capabilities | textcode | textcodereasoning |
| Release Date | 3/11/2024 | 4/4/2024 |
Command R vs Command R+: Which Should You Choose?
Choosing between Command R and Command R+ depends on your priorities: cost efficiency, context length, or raw capability. Command R is the more affordable option at $0.15/1M input tokens — 94% cheaper than Command R+.
These models target different tiers: Command R is a efficient model while Command R+ is flagship. This means they're optimized for different workloads. Command R+ targets more demanding workloads, while Command R provides a cost-effective option for everyday tasks.
Output costs matter too. Command R charges $0.60/1M output tokens vs $10.00 for Command R+. For generation-heavy workloads (content creation, code generation, summarization), output pricing often dominates your bill. Command R has the edge here at $0.60/1M output tokens.
Best Use Cases
Choose Command R when:
- • Budget is a primary concern
- • You're already using Cohere's API ecosystem
- • You're running high-volume, latency-sensitive workloads
Choose Command R+ when:
- • You need more capabilities (reasoning)
- • You're already using Cohere's API ecosystem
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