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Choosing the Right Model

A simple decision guide to help you select the optimal model for your task.

Quick Decision Guide​

"I just want to draft an email / LinkedIn post"​

→ Standard or Mini

These models are perfect for quick writing tasks, offering fast responses at low cost.

"I need deep reasoning on a 30-page report"​

→ Thinking

The large Thinking model excels at complex analysis and can handle extensive documents with sophisticated reasoning.

"I want to analyze a CSV/Excel file"​

→ Data Analysis

Purpose-built for structured data, this model understands tables, numbers, and statistical patterns.

"I have multiple PDFs to compare"​

→ Document Analysis

Optimized for document processing, this model can extract, compare, and summarize information from lengthy PDFs and Word documents.

"I need up-to-date online info"​

→ Web Search model

Access current information and recent developments with this model's real-time search capabilities.

Model Selection Best Practices​

Start Simple​

Begin with cheaper/faster models like Standard or Mini. You can always switch to a more powerful model if needed.

Mix and Match​

It's perfectly normal to use different models throughout your day:

  • Standard for email drafting
  • Thinking for one deep analysis
  • Data Analysis for spreadsheet work

Consider Cost vs. Value​

  • For routine tasks: Use economical models
  • For critical decisions: Invest in more powerful models
  • For experimentation: Start with FREE plan models

Context Matters​

  • Short tasks (< 1 page): Any model works well
  • Medium tasks (1-10 pages): Mini or Standard
  • Long tasks (10-100 pages): Document Analysis or Thinking
  • Very long tasks (100+ pages): Thinking – Large

Common Scenarios​

Daily Business Operations​

Morning: Standard for emails and quick questions
Afternoon: Mini for meeting summaries
Evening: Data Analysis for daily metrics

Strategic Work​

Research: Web Search for current information
Analysis: Thinking for deep insights
Documentation: Document Analysis for review

Team Collaboration​

Drafts: Standard or Mini for speed
Reviews: Thinking for quality checks
Presentations: Document Analysis for synthesis

Pro Tip

Keep a mental note of which models work best for your recurring tasks. This helps you build an efficient workflow over time.

When to Upgrade Your Choice​

Consider switching to a more powerful model when:

  • Results are too generic or superficial
  • Complex reasoning is required
  • Multiple documents need cross-referencing
  • Accuracy is critical for the task
  • You're working with specialized domain knowledge

When to Downgrade Your Choice​

Consider switching to a simpler model when:

  • Tasks are straightforward and repetitive
  • Speed is more important than depth
  • You're experimenting or brainstorming
  • Token budget is a concern
  • Simple formatting or rewriting is needed