What LLM model to choose ? Check Models.dev

What LLM model to choose ? Considering its size, cost in cloud ( average), tokens per input and other parameters You really need to visit Models.dev — An open-source database of AI models.

It is a great one stop shop for many many models to compare and figure out what would You like to use or maybe run locally on your graphic cards GPU 🙂

Huge list of models and it`s parameters

How to Choose the Right Model

• Define Your Use Case: Think about what you want the model to do. Is it a simple task like following instructions or something complex like research or creating original content?
• Check Model Capabilities: Look beyond just the price. See which models are good at reasoning, which are fast and efficient, and which are better for creative tasks.
• Balance Cost and Performance: If you care most about accuracy and can pay more, premium models like o3 or Gemini 2.5 Pro are solid choices. For budget-friendly options, DeepSeek R1 or Llama 4 Scout might do the trick.
• Consider Privacy and Deployment: If your project needs to handle sensitive data, open-source models that you can run locally are safer options.
• Try Multi-Model Strategies: Sometimes using a mix of models—a powerful one for heavy tasks and a cheaper one for easier jobs—works best.

When in doubt visit Models.dev that makes it easier to see all this info in one place so you don’t have to dig through a lot of technical stuff or paperwork. On the other hand there are SOOOOO MANY MODELS… how the hell can You figure out which one to pick….

… guess You will have to test all of those and then stick with Your choice ….

Solutions is simple

It is a tool, every tools can be better or worse but a hammer is still a hammer. Just pick one and stick with it for a while, then change and then stick again. After some time You wil be able to tell the difference. Easy way to choose the best ? Non existent besides extensive testing and ….

Remember the motto : First make it work, then improve.

If you’re just starting out or want a quick way to find the right model, give Models.dev a look. It’ll help you save time, pick a model that fits your needs, and avoid spending too much.