Free
Llama 4 Scout
llama-4-scout
Meta's cheapest open-source model — $0.08/M tokens, perfect for light conversations on Free.
Technical Specifications
| API Identifier | llama-4-scout |
|---|---|
| Plans | Free |
| Maximum Context | Non communiqué |
| Vision (images) | No |
| Native Web Access | No |
| Image Generation | No |
| Input Cost | $0.08 / M tokens |
| Output Cost | $0.50 / M tokens |
Overview
Llama 4 Scout is Meta's open-source model accessible on Free on Mingo. At just $0.08/M tokens, it's the cheapest API model available on the platform. Although less powerful than proprietary models, it offers solid conversational capabilities for light exchanges and simple Q&A, with the guarantee of a transparent, open-source model.
Strengths
Lowest priceOpen SourceTransparent
Cas d'usage
Light conversations
Simple questions, general discussions, and basic conversational exchanges.
Cost-effective prototyping
Testing AI workflows and integrations at the lowest possible cost.
High-frequency Q&A
FAQ systems and automated responses at very high volume.
Pricing
Input Tokens
$0.08
per million tokens
Output Tokens
$0.50
per million tokens
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Llama 4 Scout worse than proprietary models?
For simple conversations and Q&A, Llama 4 Scout is perfectly competent. It performs less well than GPT-5 or Claude on complex tasks, but for its price, the value is excellent.
Why use Llama instead of GPT-5 Nano?
Llama 4 Scout is even cheaper ($0.08 vs $0.05/M on input but $0.50 vs $0.40 on output). The choice depends on volume and task type. Mingo automatically selects the most suitable one.
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Meta's open-source model available on Free — light conversation at minimal cost.
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