2026 Comparison

AIPower vs Together AI

Multi-model API gateway or open-source hosting platform? Compare features, pricing, and model access side by side.

Feature comparison

FeatureAIPowerTogether AI
Chinese AI Models10 (DeepSeek, Qwen, GLM, Kimi, Doubao)Limited (DeepSeek, Qwen only)
Proprietary Models (GPT, Claude)Yes (GPT-5.4, Claude Sonnet 4, Gemini)No
Smart RoutingYes (6 modes)No
OpenAI SDK CompatibleYesYes
Cheapest Model$0.01/M (GLM-4 Flash)~$0.10/M
Free Tier50 free calls, no card$25 credit, card required
WeChat Pay / AlipayYesNo

Why developers choose AIPower

🌏 16 models in one API

GPT-5.4, Claude Opus, Gemini 2.5 Pro, DeepSeek, Qwen, GLM, Kimi, Doubao. Together AI focuses on open-source — AIPower covers everything.

🧠 Smart routing saves 90%

Use model="auto" and AI picks optimal model per task. Route simple queries to $0.08/M, premium to $7.50/M when needed.

💰 Cheapest in the industry

GLM-4 Flash at $0.01/M tokens — practically free for high-volume classification, extraction, or testing.

💬 WeChat Pay built in

Pay with WeChat Pay (CNY/HKD) or Alipay. Together AI is USD only. Plus 50 free calls with no card.

Pricing comparison

Models available on both platforms (per million tokens)

ModelAIPower InputAIPower OutputTogether InputTogether Output
DeepSeek V3$0.34$0.50$0.50$0.50
Qwen 2.5 72B$0.13$1.87$0.54$0.54
GLM-4 Flash$0.01$0.01Not available
GPT-5.4$3.75$22.50Not available
Claude Sonnet 4$4.50$22.50Not available

AIPower is the only gateway offering proprietary models (GPT, Claude, Gemini) alongside 10 Chinese AI models in a single API.

The key difference

AIPower = Multi-model gateway

Access 16 models from 5 providers through one API. GPT, Claude, Gemini, and 10 Chinese AI models. Smart routing picks the best model for each task. Pay per token, no infrastructure to manage.

Together AI = Open-source hosting

Host and fine-tune open-source models on dedicated GPUs. Great for teams that need custom model deployment, but no access to proprietary models like GPT or Claude, and limited Chinese AI coverage.

Try AIPower free

50 free API calls. 16 models. Smart routing. No credit card required.

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