The facts, with sources.
| Provider type | aggregator |
|---|---|
| Pricing model | Model-specific pricing is exposed through the public models API and model pages. |
| Markup notes | Not summarized as a single percentage; model and upstream pricing conditions differ. |
| OpenAI compatibility | yes OpenRouter documents an OpenAI-compatible API with its own base URL and optional features. |
| Model support | The public models endpoint provides the platform catalog; availability is specific to OpenRouter. |
| Payment methods | Not verified |
| Supported regions | Not verified — check official availability documentation |
| Billing currencies | USD |
| Last reviewed | 2026-10-24 UTC |
Verified considerations
Documented advantages
- One API surface for a multi-provider model catalog.
- Public machine-readable model and price data.
Limitations to check
- Routing, provider selection, and upstream policies add considerations beyond a first-party API.
Official sources
- OpenRouter models API
Checked 2026-10-25 UTC - OpenRouter quick start
Checked 2026-10-24 UTC
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