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OpenRouter OpenAI-Compatible API Access
OpenRouter is recorded as supporting OpenAI-compatible API access. Free/trial info: Free models. Useful for low-cost testing by swapping SDK base_url.
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ValueFree models
Typeopenai_compatible
Difficultyeasy
China accessCheck needed
How to claim
- Open the official page or signup link for OpenRouter.
- Requirement: Create an account
- Requirement: Check the official free-tier policy
- Run one real task to confirm the credits work.
- If the deal expires or does not work, use the alternatives below.
Credits and limits
OpenRouter is recorded as supporting OpenAI-compatible API access. Free/trial info: Free models. Useful for low-cost testing by swapping SDK base_url.
Requirements
- Create an account
- Check the official free-tier policy
Alternatives if unavailable
If you just need model API access, try openllmapi.com for one-key access to multiple providers.
ClineFree and open-source extension; plug in DeepSeek/Qwen for near-zero cost.AiderMIT open-source; bring your own model API key, pay-per-use.TabbyApache-2.0 open-source, self-host for zero API cost.ContinueApache-2.0 open-source, free. Pairs with local Ollama for zero-cost offline use.Qwen (Alibaba)No explicit limitStepFunNo explicit limit
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FAQ
Is OpenRouter OpenAI-Compatible API Acc still available?
Current status: Ongoing. Always confirm on the official signup page.
What do I need to claim OpenRouter OpenAI-Compatible API Access?
Create an account, Check the official free-tier policy
Can I access OpenRouter OpenAI-Compatible API Access from China?
A proxy, relay, or China-friendly alternative may be needed.