FlashRank
Lite & Super-fast re-ranking for search & retrieval pipelines
GraphCanon updated Sep 20, 2026 · GitHub synced Sep 20, 2026
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Decision brief
FlashRank enhances search and retrieval efficiency with rapid listwise and pairwise reranking using LLMs and cross-encoders.
Good fit when
- Need fast re-ranking solutions for hybrid or semantic searches
- Want to integrate state-of-the-art LLM-based techniques into existing pipelines
Avoid when
- Prioritize lightweight tools over comprehensive feature sets in simpler search applications
- Seeking traditional relevance feedback mechanisms over modern reranking methods
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- Not a fork · Personal account
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pip install FlashRank PyPIHow it fits your stack(5)
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Overview
FlashRank supports state-of-the-art listwise and pairwise reranking based on Large Language Models (LLMs) and cross-encoders, enhancing the functionality of hybrid, lexical, and semantic search systems.
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- python
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```python pip install flashrankSource link
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Installation: If you need lightweight pairwise rerankers [default] If you need LLM based listwise rerankers Getting started: python ranker = Ranker(model name="ms marco MiniLM L 12 v2", cache dir="/opt") ```
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