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About OpenRouter
OpenRouter provides a single API to access multiple large language models from different providers. It routes each request to the best model given price and performance criteria.
Best for
Developers who want one API for many LLMs without managing multiple provider accounts.
Use cases
- Compare model quality and cost across LLMs in one place
- Fallback between models when one is rate-limited or down
- Integrate multiple model providers with a single API key
Pros
- Simplifies switching between models and providers
- Shows real-time pricing and uptime for each model
- No vendor lock-in for LLM access
Cons
- Adds a proxy hop which can increase latency
- Does not host its own models; depends on third-party uptime
- Advanced features may require understanding provider-specific quirks
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