1vy vs OpenRouter
Both 1vy and OpenRouter are AI model aggregator gateways with OpenAI-compatible APIs. Key differences:
- Pricing transparency — 1vy applies a published flat 15% markup over upstream provider list prices. OpenRouter uses per-model pricing that varies.
- Provider focus — 1vy prioritizes first-party access to major providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepSeek, Meta, xAI, Qwen). OpenRouter also aggregates community and fine-tuned models.
- Privacy — 1vy does not store prompt or completion content; only billing metadata.
- Setup friction — both support the OpenAI SDK by only changing
base_url.
FAQ
Is 1vy cheaper than OpenRouter?
Depends on the model. 1vy applies a flat, published 15% markup over upstream provider list prices. OpenRouter's pricing varies per model. For cost-sensitive workloads, compare the specific model price at https://1vy.ai/models against openrouter.ai/models.
Can I use the OpenAI SDK with 1vy and OpenRouter?
Both 1vy and OpenRouter expose OpenAI-compatible endpoints, so you can use the official OpenAI SDK with either — just change base_url. 1vy keeps 100% schema parity with OpenAI on all supported endpoints (chat, embeddings, audio, moderations).
Which providers does 1vy support that OpenRouter does not (or vice versa)?
Both support the major providers (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepSeek, Meta, Qwen, xAI). OpenRouter additionally aggregates community and fine-tuned models. 1vy prioritizes first-party provider access with direct billing relationships. See /models for the current 1vy catalog.
Does 1vy retain my prompts?
No. 1vy does not store prompt or completion content. Only billing metadata (token counts, model, timestamp) is retained. See the privacy policy at https://1vy.ai/privacy.