Models and Capabilities
The You.com API provides multiple AI model families designed for different needs, from fast lightweight interactions to advanced reasoning and research-heavy tasks.
| Model Type | Best For | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Fast / Mini models | High-volume apps, lightweight reasoning | Low latency, cost-efficient, good for quick tasks |
| General / Balanced models | Everyday chat, customer support, content drafting | Good balance of cost, quality, and speed |
| Advanced Reasoning models | Research, planning, multi-step reasoning, problem solving | Strong chain-of-thought performance, higher depth |
| Search + Agents | Real-time information retrieval | Calls live web data via agents |
Model availability may vary by plan and region.
Choosing a Model
Pick the model based on the type of output you need, not just size.
Examples:
- A chatbot greeting users → Fast model
- Technical analysis or tutoring → Reasoning-focused model
- Content summarization → Balanced model
- Real-time data lookups → Search + Agent
Upgrading Access
If a model is unavailable in your plan, the dashboard will show upgrade options.
Enterprise plans include:
- Higher throughput
- Dedicated model access
- Zero data retention enforcement
- Custom SLAs