Model access
OpenRouter
One account and one key that gives access to dozens of AI models, so you can compare them cheaply.
★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5
What it is
One account and one key that gives access to dozens of AI models, so you can compare them cheaply.
What it's good for
- Trying many models
- Cost control
- Switching models by task
Pros
- One key, many models
- Pay only for use
- Handy for benchmarking
Cons
- Slightly technical to set up
- You still pay per use
Pricing
| Pay-as-you-go | See the vendor's page for current pricing. |
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Indicative prices, which change often. Always confirm on the vendor's own page before buying.
Our verdict
The cheapest way to test which model suits your work, as described in our Which AI? guide.
Alternatives: Direct provider accounts.
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