Model Selector

Qoder includes world-class SOTA AI models and offers a flexible selection mechanism to help you find the optimal balance between development efficiency, output quality, and cost.

In addition to built-in models, you can also connect your own models via API keys. See Custom Models for details.

Model Selector

The Model Selector offers two selection methods: Tier Selection and Specific Model, to meet different scenario needs.

Tier Selection

The Model Tier Selector provides developers with five high-performance model pools, each striking a different balance between cost and performance. Like driving modes in a smart car, choose the right gear for each task.

Tier	Description	Use Cases	Credit Usage
Auto (Smart Routing)	Intelligently selects the most suitable model, balancing performance and cost	Most daily development work, recommended as default	~1.0×
Ultimate	Expert-level deep reasoning and thinking capabilities	Complex system design, high-difficulty problem analysis	~1.6×
Performance	Advanced reasoning capabilities, high-quality output	Core feature implementation, architecture design, code refactoring	~1.1×
Efficient	Standard reasoning capabilities, high cost-effectiveness	Basic code generation, unit tests, daily Q&A	~0.3×
Lite	Basic reasoning capabilities, free to use	Quick validation, basic logic implementation, quick Q&A	Free

Lite mode may have slower response times during peak hours and does not currently support multimodal Q&A.

Credit Consumption Comparison

The table below shows Credit consumption examples for different tiers when completing a moderately complex coding task:

Model Tier	Credit Consumption Rate	Example Task Consumption
Auto	~1.0×	10 Credits
Ultimate	~1.6×	20 Credits
Performance	~1.1×	11 Credits
Efficient	~0.3×	3 Credits
Lite	Free	0 Credits

Due to variations in tasks and codebases, actual consumption rates may differ.

Experts Mode is selected separately from model tiers. In Experts Mode, you can choose between Auto (1.0x) and Ultimate (1.6x) tiers. It coordinates multiple expert agents in parallel, so actual Credit usage depends on task complexity, expert turns, and tools invoked.

Specific Model

In addition to tier selection, you can directly choose a specific model from a particular provider. Ideal for scenarios where you have clear model preferences or specific requirements.

Currently, only a selection of models is available for direct selection.

Model Name	Description	Credit Consumption Rate
Qwen3.7-Max	Qwen’s latest model, with top-tier agentic capabilities, autonomously handles complex tasks up to 35 hours long	0.5×
Qwen3.7-Plus	Comprehensive leap in reasoning capability, efficiency, and multimodal experience	0.1×
DeepSeek-V4-Pro	Excels at complex reasoning, code generation, and engineering tasks	0.5×
DeepSeek-V4-Flash	Fast reasoning and low cost with balanced capabilities	0.1×
GLM-5.2	Excels at complex systems engineering and long-horizon tasks	0.6×
Kimi-K2.7-Code	Kimi’s latest model, purpose-built for long-context coding: precise instruction following, reliable long-horizon execution	0.3×
MiniMax-M3	Native multimodal perception, frontier coding, and 1M context depth for highly demanding workflows	0.2×

Kimi-K2.7-Code exposes a Fast toggle in its parameter panel. Turning it on delivers ~6× response speed, with the Credit rate rising from 0.3× to 0.6×.

Model Parameters

Some models support configuring parameters to better adapt to different task types. In the model selector dropdown, hover over a model name to reveal a parameter panel on the left, then click the Edit button to configure parameters.

Context

Controls the maximum context window size available for the conversation.

Option	Description
200K	Standard context window, sufficient for most tasks
400K	Extended context for larger codebases or lengthy conversations
1M	Maximum context for extremely large-scale projects

Thinking Effort

Controls how deeply the model reasons before generating a response. Available options vary by model — the interface will show the supported levels after you select a model.

Option	Description
low	Minimal reasoning, fastest responses
medium	Balanced reasoning depth
high	Thorough reasoning for complex tasks
xhigh	Deep analysis for high-difficulty problems
max	Maximum reasoning depth, best for the most complex challenges

Supported Models

Currently, Ultimate, Performance, DeepSeek-V4-Pro, DeepSeek-V4-Flash, Qwen3.7-Max, Qwen3.7-Plus, GLM-5.2, MiniMax-M3, and Kimi-K2.7-Code support parameter configuration. Qwen3.7-Max, Qwen3.7-Plus, GLM-5.2, and MiniMax-M3 support Context only; Kimi-K2.7-Code only supports enabling Fast Mode; the others support both Context and Thinking Effort.

How to Switch

1. In the AI Chat input box, click the model selector dropdown menu
2. Select Model Tier or Specific Model
3. The selection takes effect immediately, and the new model will apply to subsequent conversations in the current session

When your account has no Credits, only the Lite tier is available. Upgrade or acquire more Credits to unlock other tiers.

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FAQ

Will the model list be updated?

Yes. Qoder continuously introduces outstanding new models from the industry, and will retire or replace some older models based on model performance and market conditions, keeping the model list high-quality and reliable.

Can I switch models within the same conversation?

Yes. You can switch model tiers or specific models at any time using the dropdown menu in the chat input box. The new selection takes effect instantly for subsequent conversations, allowing you to adjust dynamically based on real-time task needs.

What’s the difference between model tiers and specific models?

The Model Tier Selector intelligently matches the most suitable model based on the selected tier—you don’t need to know which specific model is being used. Specific model selection lets you directly choose a particular model from a specific provider, ideal for scenarios where you have clear preferences or specific requirements.

How is Credit consumption calculated for different models?

Your Credit consumption is determined by the number of tokens used per request and the unit price of the model used. For detailed billing rules, please refer to Credits.

Is Lite mode completely free? Are there any limitations?

Lite mode is currently free, but responses may be slower during peak hours, and it does not yet support multimodal Q&A.