Comparison
NeatAPI vs OpenRouter
Both give you access to multiple AI models through one API. Here's why NeatAPI is the better choice for cost-conscious developers.
| Feature | NeatAPI | OpenRouter |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing vs Official | 5% below official + volume discounts | At or above official |
| Hidden Fees | None — pay per token only | Variable markup per model |
| Volume Discounts | Available from $100+ deposit | None |
| API Format | OpenAI-compatible | OpenAI-compatible |
| Model Selection | 100+ curated models | 200+ models |
| Billing | Prepaid credits, auto-reload | Prepaid credits |
| Rate Limits | Transparent, documented | Per-model, varies |
| Dashboard | Real-time usage & analytics | Basic usage tracking |
| Support | Discord + Email | Community Discord |
| Uptime SLA | 99.9% target | No published SLA |
Pricing: Real Numbers
Side-by-side cost per 1M tokens for popular models.
| Model | Official | NeatAPI | OpenRouter |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPT-5 (input) | $2.50 | $2.38 | $2.50+ |
| GPT-5 (output) | $15.00 | $14.25 | $15.00+ |
| Claude Sonnet 4 (input) | $3.00 | $2.85 | $3.00+ |
| Claude Sonnet 4 (output) | $15.00 | $14.25 | $15.00+ |
| Gemini 2.5 Flash (input) | $0.075 | $0.071 | $0.075+ |
Migration Guide
Switching from OpenRouter takes about 2 minutes.
Before (OpenRouter)
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI(
base_url="https://openrouter.ai/api/v1",
api_key="sk-or-..."
)After (NeatAPI)
from openai import OpenAI
client = OpenAI(
base_url="https://api.neatapi.ai/v1", # Changed
api_key="napi_sk_..." # Changed
)Two lines. Model names, message format, streaming, and tool calls all work identically.
Why Developers Switch
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Save 5%+
Every model is priced 5% below official. Deposit $100+ to unlock volume discounts.
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Better Analytics
Real-time cost tracking, per-model breakdowns, and usage alerts in your dashboard.
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Reliability
99.9% uptime target with automatic failover between provider regions.
Ready to Switch?
Migrate from OpenRouter in under 2 minutes. Start saving immediately.