Kimi K2.6 Is a Legit Opus 4.7 Replacement

For a long time, Opus 4.7 has been the default recommendation when someone asks for a top tier model. It has been reliable, capable, and strong across a wide range of tasks. After spending real time with Kimi K2.6 and gathering feedback from customers using it in production workflows, I have started to change my mind. It is the first model I feel comfortable recommending as a practical replacement for Opus 4.7. Not better, but close enough Kimi K2.6 is not outright better than Opus 4.7. If you a