MiniMax M2, developed by the Chinese startup MiniMax, has rapidly become the leading open-source large language model, particularly valued for its proficiency in autonomous tool use—a capability important for enterprises seeking reliable agentic workflows. Released under a permissive MIT License, the model is accessible for commercial and development purposes. MiniMax M2 integrates smoothly with platforms such as Hugging Face, GitHub, and supports APIs akin to OpenAI and Anthropic, making transitions seamless.

Evaluated independently by Artificial Analysis, MiniMax M2 leads the Intelligence Index, which measures reasoning, coding, and real-world task execution, outperforming other open-weight models. The model stands out for multi-file code editing and interleaved reasoning, maintaining visible logical steps throughout interactions, which suits developer environments and automation pipelines.

Its mixture-of-experts architecture ensures operational efficiency, while competitive pricing and robust benchmarks solidify its role in modern agentic workflows for businesses.