AI API Pricing Comparison and Token Cost
Compare GPT, Claude, Gemini, and other model rates on API-Route across input tokens, output tokens, cache reads, cache creation, per-call pricing, and official references to estimate AI API token cost.
API-Route FAQ
Answers about OpenAI-compatible Base URL, API keys, model names, LibreChat, Codex, Claude Code, VS Code, plans, payments, and white-label AI API reseller platform setup.
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FAQ
Is API-Route compatible with the OpenAI API?
Yes. Most OpenAI-compatible clients only need the Base URL provided by this site and the API key you create in the dashboard. After that, you can call the supported models through the same style of API.
Where do I find the API endpoint?
The homepage shows the available API endpoints. After signing in, create an API key on the API Keys page, then paste the key and endpoint into tools such as Cherry Studio, LibreChat, or Claude Code.
Which AI models are supported?
The available models depend on the current site configuration. Check the Pricing page for model names, input and output rates, cache pricing, and model status before choosing one for chat, writing, coding, image, or video tasks.
How do balance top-ups and plans work?
Top up your account balance online or with a voucher first. After the balance is credited, subscribe to a plan from the Packages page if you need one; vouchers do not activate plans automatically.
How is API usage billed?
Billing varies by model. Some models charge by input and output tokens, cache reads, cache creation, or per call. The final usage is reflected in your usage logs and account records.
How do I compare GPT, Claude, and Gemini API pricing?
Compare input and output token rates first, then include cache pricing, per-call billing, context length, and expected request volume. The Pricing page groups model rates, official references, and status in one place.
How do I estimate AI API token cost?
For text calls, estimate input token cost plus output token cost plus cache-related cost. Image, audio, video, and per-call models follow the spec, seconds, or fixed call price shown on the Pricing page.
Do you support crypto payments?
If crypto payments are enabled for this site, you will see chain and token options during top-up, package purchase, or branded platform setup. Follow the displayed network, address, and amount carefully.
Which clients or apps can I use?
The App Market lists recommended clients and built-in apps. In general, any client that supports a custom OpenAI-compatible Base URL, API key, and model name can connect to this site.
How do I configure LibreChat with an OpenAI-compatible Base URL?
Add this site as a custom OpenAI endpoint in LibreChat, then enter the API-Route Base URL, API key, and model name from the Pricing page. If connection fails, check whether the client duplicated the request path.
What should I enter for Base URL, API key, and model name?
Use this site's API endpoint as the Base URL, the key you created on the API Keys page as the API key, and a model name shown on the Pricing page or imported client profile. If connection fails, check these three values first.
How do I configure API-Route in VSCode and use gpt5.5?
We recommend using cc switch for one-click import. For example, to use gpt5.5 in VSCode, select gpt5.5 as the model in cc switch, choose cursor as the tool, set the import target to codex, then import the configuration. After that, use the imported API-Route profile in your VSCode AI/Codex setup.
How do I configure API-Route for the Codex app?
Create an API key on this site and confirm the API endpoint first. In cc switch, choose the model you want to use and set the import target to codex. After import, check that the Codex app is using the expected model name, Base URL, and API key.
How do I configure Claude Code with API-Route?
Claude Code needs the API-Route Base URL, API key, and model name. You can enter them manually, or use cc switch to generate and import the configuration so the endpoint, key, and model are less likely to be mistyped.
What should I check when Codex, Claude Code, or VS Code fails to connect?
Check for extra spaces or paths in the Base URL, a copied API key mistake, a model name that is not currently available, and whether the account still has an active plan or balance. Then review usage logs for the returned status.
How should I protect my API key?
Store your API key only in clients you trust. If you suspect a leak, disable or delete the old key on the API Keys page and create a new one.
Why did an API request fail?
Common causes include an incorrect key, inactive balance or plan, mismatched model name, wrong Base URL, or a temporary upstream model issue. Usage logs are the fastest place to debug the request.
Who is the branded platform for?
It is for operators who want to run their own AI API platform with custom branding, domain, model pricing, payments, and promotion while using the hosted capabilities behind this platform.
Can I use it as a white-label AI API platform or AI API reseller site?
Yes. You can present the platform under your own brand, set model prices and plans, and sell AI API access to your users while the upstream access, deployment, payments, keys, balance, and logs are handled by the hosted platform.
Will the branded platform be activated automatically after payment?
After the branded platform order is paid, the system grants management access to the same account and guides you through initialization. If payment is complete but the status does not update, contact support.