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AI/ML APIMost similar to SeedRouter in what it does, its category and its price.
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RequestyHas a free plan, rated 3.9 out of 5. SeedRouter has none.
Visit (opens Requesty in a new tab)Want to pay less than SeedRouter?
TokenMixFrom $1/mo, against from $20/mo for SeedRouter.
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GPT ProtoRated 4.0 out of 5 in our review, against 3.8 for SeedRouter.
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At a glance
Green means better than SeedRouter, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SeedRouterBaseline | 3.8 | $20/mo | No | One API key for image, video, language and audio models with pay-per-request billing from a prepaid balance, and no charge for failed requests. | |
| AI/ML API | 4.1+0.3 | $20/moSame price | No | Single OpenAI-compatible endpoint for calling GPT, Claude, Gemini, and 400-plus other AI models. | vs SeedRouter |
 CometAPI | 3.8Same | Not listed | No | CometAPI routes requests to 500+ AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and other providers through a single API key priced below list rate. | vs SeedRouter |
| TokenMix | 3.9+0.1 | $1/mo$19 less | No | Change one base URL and your OpenAI code reaches Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek and Qwen. | vs SeedRouter |
| GPT Proto | 4.0+0.2 | Not listed | No | 200+ models on one API key, with per-model rates published and cheapest-channel routing. | vs SeedRouter |
 Vynaris | 3.5−0.3 | $45/mo$25 more | No | An OpenAI- and Anthropic-compatible gateway that sends each call to the cheapest model that meets your quality bar | vs SeedRouter |
 Intrascope | 3.8Same | $41/mo$21 more | No | Centralizes a team's AI model access, usage, and spending into one managed or bring-your-own-key workspace. | vs SeedRouter |
| Requesty | 3.9+0.1 | Free | YesSeedRouter has none | One API for 600-plus models, marked up 5%, with the markup stated on the page. | vs SeedRouter |
 reAPI | 3.9+0.1 | Not listed | No | Shows the exact per-model rate - Seedance 2.5 at $0.071/second - instead of a flat markup. | vs SeedRouter |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches SeedRouter.
AI/ML API
4.1$20/mo
vs SeedRouterSame price+0.3
Single OpenAI-compatible endpoint for calling GPT, Claude, Gemini, and 400-plus other AI models.
- Single endpoint for 400-plus AI models
- OpenAI SDK-compatible, no code rewrite needed to switch models
- Unified credit-based billing across all providers
One integration covers hundreds of models instead of numerous separate SDKs
No permanent free tier once starter tokens are used
CometAPI
3.8Not listed
vs SeedRouterSame
CometAPI routes requests to 500+ AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and other providers through a single API key priced below list rate.
- Single API key for 500+ models across major AI providers
- Pay-as-you-go pricing around 20% below providers' list rates
- One-line model switching without re-authentication
Cuts the integration work of managing multiple provider SDKs and keys
Founded in January 2025, with a limited track record so far
TokenMix
3.9$1/mo
vs SeedRouter$19 less+0.1
Change one base URL and your OpenAI code reaches Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek and Qwen.
- Single OpenAI-compatible endpoint across Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek and Qwen
- Works by changing only the base URL
- Prepaid wallet from $1 minimum top-up
A one-line base URL change, with no SDK rewrite
Per-model rates are not shown alongside the catalogue
GPT Proto
4.0Not listed
vs SeedRouter+0.2
200+ models on one API key, with per-model rates published and cheapest-channel routing.
- 200+ models behind one OpenAI-compatible API
- Smart routing to the lowest-cost available channel
- Multi-key budget control with per-key credit caps
Per-key caps make a shared balance survivable for a team
An aggregator sits between you and each provider's terms and uptime
Vynaris
3.5$45/mo
vs SeedRouter$25 more−0.3
An OpenAI- and Anthropic-compatible gateway that sends each call to the cheapest model that meets your quality bar.
- Drop-in gateway compatible with the OpenAI and Anthropic APIs
- Routes each request to the cheapest model that passes current evaluations
- A routing receipt per call showing the model used, latency and cost
Switching needs one base_url change
Still in early beta
Intrascope
3.8$41/mo
vs SeedRouter$21 moreSame
Centralizes a team's AI model access, usage, and spending into one managed or bring-your-own-key workspace.
- Single shared workspace balance instead of per-employee AI subscriptions
- Bring-your-own-API-key or fully managed billing across major model providers
- Real-time dashboards for token usage and spend by model, user, and project
Can cut real AI subscription waste from idle or duplicate paid seats
No permanent free tier, only a short trial period
Requesty
3.9Free
vs SeedRouter+0.1Free plan
One API for 600-plus models, marked up 5%, with the markup stated on the page.
- Routes across 30+ providers and 600+ models
- Automatic failover, load balancing and cost/latency-based routing
- Prompt caching claimed to cut token costs up to 90%
States its 5% markup plainly rather than burying it in a rate card
A single routing layer between your app and every model is a new dependency
reAPI
3.9Not listed
vs SeedRouter+0.1
Shows the exact per-model rate - Seedance 2.5 at $0.071/second - instead of a flat markup.
- Unified API for image, video, chat, music and code models
- Transparent per-model pricing shown directly on the site
- Automatic failover with 99.96% uptime
Publishes real per-model rates instead of an opaque flat markup
Beta status on infrastructure other products would depend on
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is SeedRouter free?
SeedRouter does not list a free plan. Paid plans start from $20/mo.
What is the best free alternative to SeedRouter?
Requesty is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (3.9 out of 5).
What is the cheapest alternative to SeedRouter?
Among paid plans, TokenMix has the lowest starting price (from $1/mo). If you need it free, start with Requesty.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.