OpenAI vs WaveSpeed AI
API prices for the 22 models both providers list, side by side. Prices as of October 25, 2026.
OpenAI is cheaper on 1 of the 22 models we can price on both, WaveSpeed AI on 0, and 21 cost the same.
Each side is its lowest listed price for the model. LLMs are compared on input + output price per 1M tokens; image, video and audio models on their per-unit price. Resolution, tier and variant can change the price. Methodology
At a glance
| OpenAI | WaveSpeed AI | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Proprietary | Serverless |
| Models we track | 39 | 106 |
| Free tier | Daily complimentary tokens for eligible orgs that opt in to data sharing (up to 1M + 10M tokens/day by model group); positive balance required | None on record |
| OpenAI-compatible API | ||
| Function calling | — | |
| JSON mode | — | |
| Vision | ||
| Batch API | — | — |
| Fine-tuning | — | — |
| SOC 2 | — | — |
| HIPAA | — | — |
| GDPR | — | — |
Prices for models on both
LLM prices are input / output per 1M tokens. The cheaper side is highlighted.
LLMs (22 · OpenAI cheaper on 1, WaveSpeed AI on 0)
| Model | OpenAI | WaveSpeed AI | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPT-4.1 OpenAI | $2.00 / $8.00 | $2.00 / $8.00 | Same |
| GPT-4.1 Mini OpenAI | $0.400 / $1.60 | $0.400 / $1.60 | Same |
| GPT-4.1 Nano OpenAI | $0.100 / $0.400 | $0.100 / $0.400 | Same |
| GPT-4o OpenAI | $2.50 / $10.00 | $2.50 / $10.00 | Same |
| GPT-4o Mini OpenAI | $0.150 / $0.600 | $0.150 / $0.600 | Same |
| GPT-5 OpenAI | $1.25 / $10.00 | $1.25 / $10.00 | Same |
| GPT-5 Mini OpenAI | $0.250 / $2.00 | $0.250 / $2.00 | Same |
| GPT-5 Nano OpenAI | $0.050 / $0.400 | $0.050 / $0.400 | Same |
| GPT-5.1 OpenAI | $1.25 / $10.00 | $1.25 / $10.00 | Same |
| GPT-5.2 OpenAI | $1.75 / $14.00 | $1.75 / $14.00 | Same |
| GPT-5.3 Codex OpenAI | $1.75 / $14.00 | $1.75 / $14.00 | Same |
| GPT-5.4 OpenAI | $2.50 / $15.00 | $2.50 / $15.00 | Same |
| GPT-5.4 Mini OpenAI | $0.750 / $4.50 | $0.750 / $4.50 | Same |
| GPT-5.4 Nano OpenAI | $0.200 / $1.25 | $0.200 / $1.25 | Same |
| GPT-5.5 OpenAI | $5.00 / $30.00 | $5.00 / $30.00 | Same |
| GPT-5.5 Pro OpenAI | $30.00 / $180.00 | $30.00 / $180.00 | Same |
| GPT-5.6 Luna OpenAI | $0.200 / $1.20 | $0.200 / $1.20 | Same |
| GPT-5.6 Sol OpenAI | $4.00 / $20.00 | $5.00 / $30.00 | OpenAI −31% |
| GPT-5.6 Terra OpenAI | $2.00 / $12.00 | $2.00 / $12.00 | Same |
| GPT-6 Astra OpenAI | $10.00 / $50.00 | $10.00 / $50.00 | Same |
| GPT-6 Luna OpenAI | $0.100 / $0.500 | $0.100 / $0.500 | Same |
| GPT-6 Sol OpenAI | $2.00 / $10.00 | $2.00 / $10.00 | Same |
Only on OpenAI (17)
Only on WaveSpeed AI (84)
OpenAI vs WaveSpeed AI FAQ
Is OpenAI cheaper than WaveSpeed AI?
Usually yes. OpenAI is cheaper on 1 of the 22 models we can price on both, WaveSpeed AI on 0, and 21 cost the same.
Which has more models, OpenAI or WaveSpeed AI?
We track 39 models on OpenAI and 106 on WaveSpeed AI. 22 are on both, 17 only on OpenAI and 84 only on WaveSpeed AI.
Do OpenAI and WaveSpeed AI have a free tier?
OpenAI: yes (Daily complimentary tokens for eligible orgs that opt in to data sharing (up to 1M + 10M tokens/day by model group); positive balance required). WaveSpeed AI: no free tier on record.
Which models do both OpenAI and WaveSpeed AI offer?
22 models, including GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 Mini, GPT-4.1 Nano, GPT-4o, GPT-4o Mini, GPT-5 and more. The full list with both prices is in the table above.