npm Registry vs OpenRouter Models
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
npm Registry vs OpenRouter Models: common questions
Which is more reliable, npm Registry or OpenRouter Models?
On our scheduled checks, OpenRouter Models leads on measured uptime — npm Registry at —% versus OpenRouter Models at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do npm Registry and OpenRouter Models need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — npm Registry is callable with no signup, and OpenRouter Models is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call npm Registry and OpenRouter Models from the browser?
Only npm Registry is browser-friendly — it returns CORS headers over HTTPS. OpenRouter Models needs a server-side call or proxy, so factor that into which one fits a front-end project.
Are npm Registry and OpenRouter Models free for commercial use?
npm Registry has unclear commercial terms, and OpenRouter Models has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.