OpenRouter Users Spent More on OpenAI Than Anthropic for First Time in 2.5 Years

SumitGup · x · 2026-09-16

OpenRouter data shows users spent more on OpenAI models than Anthropic models last week — the first such flip in over 2.5 years. Dr. Eli David cited the figure to argue users are fleeing Anthropic over its safety-focused culture, a pointed take on a notable spending shift.

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