Sonar Reasoning

Overview

Sonar Reasoning is a reasoning-focused Sonar model that combines multi-step analysis with search grounding. It is designed for users who need transparent reasoning and citations but do not require the highest-cost Pro tier.

Capabilities

• Step-by-step reasoning for analytical tasks
• Search grounding with citations
• Large-context processing for long inputs
• Structured outputs for consistent response formatting

Strengths

• Strong reasoning with better cost efficiency than Pro
• Reliable for technical explanations and analysis
• Good balance of speed and depth
• Suitable for research workflows with citations

Limitations and Considerations

• Less comprehensive retrieval than Sonar Reasoning Pro
• Best for structured questions rather than creative writing
• Response quality depends on available sources

Best Use Cases

Sonar Reasoning is perfect for:

• Logic puzzles and problem solving
• Step-by-step explanations
• Educational applications
• Analytical content generation
• Reasoning-focused chatbots