Kilo Code + OpenRouter: Setup, Model Routing, and Free Models

Kilo Code is a coding platform that integrates with OpenRouter to access over 300 models from more than 60 providers using a single API key, facilitating tasks like routing, billing, and failover. The integration is accomplished in three steps: creating an API key, connecting OpenRouter in Kilo Code's settings, and selecting models via a model picker. Kilo Code does not ship its own models but relies on external providers, with OpenRouter acting as a versatile provider layer that offers routing controls and pricing preferences. Users can choose between OpenRouter and Kilo Gateway for managing billing and routing, with OpenRouter offering a broader model reach and routing customization, while Kilo Gateway provides a native billing path within Kilo Code. Additionally, the platform supports both free and paid models, with specific limitations and requirements for using free models. The choice between OpenRouter and Kilo Gateway depends on the user's existing infrastructure and the need for routing control, with OpenRouter often being preferred for its comprehensive integration capabilities.

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