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Guides on AI API gateways, relays, cost optimization, and reliability.


Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

2026 LLM API Pricing Comparison - GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek

A 2026 guide to LLM API pricing across GPT-5, Claude, Gemini, and DeepSeek - how input/output tokens are billed and how relays change the math.

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May 23, 2026 · 2 min read

Reliability and Failover for Production AI Apps

Build resilient AI products with an API gateway. Failover, retries, timeouts, multi-region routing, and monitoring patterns for production reliability.

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May 8, 2026 · 2 min read

One API Key for GPT, Claude, Gemini, and DeepSeek

Use a single API key and base_url to call GPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, Qwen, and more. How multi-model access works and how to route per task.

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Apr 22, 2026 · 2 min read

OpenRouter vs LiteLLM vs Self-Hosted vs Managed Gateway

Compare managed marketplaces (OpenRouter), self-hosted proxies (LiteLLM), and managed relay gateways. Pros, cons, costs, and which to pick for your use case.

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Apr 7, 2026 · 2 min read

How to Verify an AI API Relay Is Not Faking or Watering Down Models

Some relays substitute or throttle models behind premium names. Learn the red flags and a quick test plan to verify you are getting the real upstream model.

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Mar 20, 2026 · 2 min read

How to Use Claude and Claude Code More Cheaply via a Gateway

Run Claude and Claude Code at lower cost through an OpenAI-compatible gateway. Setup steps, model routing, and reliability tips without changing your workflow.

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Mar 5, 2026 · 2 min read

OpenAI-Compatible API - Switch base_url in 5 Minutes

Migrate to an OpenAI-compatible gateway in five minutes. Step-by-step base_url and API key setup for Python, Node.js, cURL, and popular AI tools.

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Feb 18, 2026 · 2 min read

How to Cut LLM API Costs by 50-80% with a Relay

Relay providers buy capacity in bulk and pass on discounts. Learn how to cut OpenAI, Claude, and Gemini API costs by 50-80% without changing your code.

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Feb 3, 2026 · 3 min read

Best AI API Gateways and Relays in 2026 - A Practical Comparison

A 2026 comparison of AI API gateways and relay services - managed marketplaces, self-hosted proxies, and enterprise platforms - with criteria to pick the right one.

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Jan 8, 2026 · 3 min read

What Is an AI API Gateway (Relay)? How base_url Switching Works

An AI API gateway aggregates OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek and more behind one OpenAI-compatible endpoint. Learn how it works and how to switch with just a base_url.

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