Mistral Large 4 API pricing & setup
As of 2026-10-17, the cheapest Mistral Large 4 channel is OpenRouter: $0.68 input / $2.09 output per 1M tokens (blended $1.03). Context 1M.
Context: 1M · Max output: 262K · Modalities: text, image · Listed: 2026-10-06
Channel comparison (per 1M tokens)
| Channel | Blended | Input | Output | Cached | Access & payment (this channel) | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpenRouter $0.68 / $2.09 | $1.03 | $0.68 | $2.09 | $0.07 | ✓CN direct✓Alipay✗ID✗Intl card conditions source2026-10-17 | Original vendor endpoint: Mistral | openrouter.ai 2026-10-17 |
Access & payment conditions are verified per channel (see the column above); unverified never counts as met.
How to use Mistral Large 4 in Claude Code / Codex / OpenCode
Provider-specific setup not yet verified. Generic setup: guides
Cheaper alternatives
Qwen3.8 27B ($0.956) · Doubao Seed 2.1 Turbo ($0.896) · Gemini 3.5 Flash-Lite ($0.85) ·
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Rankings: Cheapest LLM APIs · LLM APIs usable from mainland China · All Mistral AI models
Price history
- 2026-10-17 · OpenRouter · Mistral Large 4 listed · $0.68 / $2.09
FAQ
How much does the Mistral Large 4 API cost?
Cheapest channel (OpenRouter): $0.68 input / $2.09 output per 1M tokens, verified 2026-10-17.
Can I use Mistral Large 4 from China?
OpenRouter: direct yes, Alipay yes, ID required no, overseas card no
Is Mistral Large 4 free?
No free route or deal recorded for this model; pay-as-you-go.
What is Mistral Large 4's context window?
1M tokens