CompanyFabric vs OpenRouter
OpenRouter is the reference aggregator for text models, and migrating between us is a one-line base-URL change in either direction. The comparison comes down to fees, modalities beyond text, and what sits above the raw API.
The differences
Side by side
| CompanyFabric | OpenRouter | |
|---|---|---|
| BYOK fee | 0% — bring your own provider keys, pay providers directly | ~5% fee on BYOK usage |
| Modalities | Text and code behind one key — exact per-token metering | Text-first; media coverage is partial |
| Agents | Agents are endpoints: spawn, run, and meter hosted agents through the same API | Raw model routing only |
| Payment doors | Prepaid credits, or BYOK at 0% platform fee | Prepaid credits and BYOK |
| OpenAI compatibility | Full — same request shape, same SDKs | Full |
Verdict
Which should you pick?
If you route only text and already live on OpenRouter, switching costs are near zero in both directions. Pick CompanyFabric when BYOK fees matter, when you need image/video/audio behind the same key, or when you want agents as endpoints rather than a second stack.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I migrate from OpenRouter to CompanyFabric?
Change the base URL to api.companyfabric.com/v1 and swap the key. Model ids use the same 2-segment form (e.g. anthropic/claude-sonnet-4-5), so most configs need no other change.
Is pricing higher than OpenRouter's?
Credits pricing targets parity with or below direct-API rates, and BYOK is 0% versus their ~5%. For media models, per-second metering is published on every model page.
Can I keep my OpenRouter account?
Yes — OpenRouter is a supported BYOK provider. Add your OpenRouter key in the vault and route it through CompanyFabric at 0%, alongside any direct provider keys.
One key. Every model. Exact prices.
Migrating from OpenRouter is a base-URL change. Free starter credits included — no subscription required.