MiMo V2.6 Pro is Xiaomi's September 21st, 2026 open-weight MIT assistant at $0.43/$0.87. Our tests score helpfulness 94.5, instruction following 95.0, and comprehension 95.5 — near Kimi K3 for practical help. Empathy is 84.5: competent, not warm. Creative writing is 85.0: readable and structured. Speed is 52.0. The cheap open pick when you want K3-like follow-through without K3's bill.