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OpenRouter passes through provider list prices and charges a 5.5% platform fee on credit purchases on its Standard plan, according to its pricing page. Here's what that means at your volume.

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OpenRouter's fee from its pricing page, checked October 30, 2026. Bring-your-own-key usage has a separate allowance and fee.

How OpenRouter charges

Model prices are passed through at provider list prices. The fee applies when you buy credits: 5.5% on the Standard plan. With your own keys, usage is free up to $25,000 of list-price inference a month, then 5%.

Full breakdown: OpenRouter pricing explained. Options: OpenRouter alternatives.

Frequently asked questions

How much is OpenRouter's fee?

5.5% on credit purchases on its Standard plan, according to its pricing page, checked October 30, 2026.

Does OpenRouter mark up model prices?

No. It passes through provider list prices; the fee is on credit purchases.

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