Choosing between AIWave and OpenRouter for accessing AI models through a unified API? Here's a detailed comparison.
| Feature | AIWave | OpenRouter |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese AI Models | ✓ All major providers | Limited |
| Free Credit | $5 free | None |
| DeepSeek V4 Pro | $0.14/M input | $0.20/M input |
| OpenAI Compatible | Drop-in SDK replacement | OpenAI-compatible |
| Western Models | Focus on Chinese AI | GPT, Claude, Gemini |
| Dashboard | Full management console | Activity dashboard |
| Support | Telegram group + docs | Email support |
AIWave specializes in Chinese AI models — we offer better pricing on DeepSeek, GLM, Kimi, and ERNIE because we're closer to the source. If your use case involves Chinese AI models, AIWave is the more affordable and specialized choice.