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Best Byok System in 2026
- 24 apps
- Research read 7 Oct 2026
- How the order is worked out
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SillyTavern
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+5SillyTavern offers extensive prompt and character-chat controls without charging for the interface.
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AnythingLLM
Free plan AndroidAPILinux+4AnythingLLM offers local document and meeting tools alongside mobile, cloud, and self-hosted options. Consider its Windows 11 guidance and paid cloud pricing when choosing a deployment.
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Envoy AI Gateway
Free plan APILinuxMac+1Agent Router provides a unified interface and traffic controls for teams managing AI models and tools.
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LibreChat
Free plan APILinuxMac+3LibreChat combines multiple model providers with agent, search, file, and team features in a self-hosted web application. Consider hosting needs and possible provider charges before using it.
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Helicone
Free plan APISelf-hostedWebHelicone brings routing and observability tools together, with a free tier and self-hosting options. Its maintenance-mode status is worth weighing when considering it for a new deployment.
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LobeChat
Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+4LobeChat combines agent collaboration, memory, workflows, and marketplace tools across cloud and self-hosted options.
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LiteLLM
Free plan APISelf-hostedWebChoose LiteLLM if your platform team needs a shared gateway for many providers, with routing and spend controls.
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Msty Studio
Free plan LinuxMacWeb+1Msty Studio combines model choice, document-grounded work, agent tasks and media creation across desktop and web versions.
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Open WebUI
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5Open WebUI combines model connections, retrieval, extensions, and deployment choices in a self-hosted interface.
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Requesty
Free plan APIExtensionWebRequesty combines model access, routing, usage analytics and governance in a managed gateway. Check its logging defaults and pricing structure against your needs before choosing a plan.
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TensorZero
Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1TensorZero brings gateway, observability, and experimentation capabilities together in a self-hosted, open-source stack.
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TrueFoundry AI Gateway
Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1Choose TrueFoundry AI Gateway if your team needs centralized model access, routing and usage controls across providers.
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OpenRouter
Free plan APIWebOpenRouter brings model access, routing and integrations together behind a single endpoint. The Free plan has a daily request cap, while pay-as-you-go plans apply platform fees to credit purchases.
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TypingMind
Free plan ExtensionSelf-hostedWebTypingMind brings many models, agents, plugins, knowledge tools, and integrations into a single interface.
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Tempr
Free plan WebWindowsTempr combines IDE assistance with agent delegation and separate gateway capacity plans. The free option and trial lower entry barriers, while team and gateway tiers add minimums or unlisted pricing.
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Cloudflare Stream
by Cloudflare StreamPaid AndroidAPIiPhone+2Pick Cloudflare Stream when one API must handle live and on-demand video across web, mobile, and compatible players.
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GatewayforAI
Free plan Web - 21
ModelMeld
Free plan - 22
Martian Gateway
Paid APIWebMartian Gateway combines a broad model catalog with compatibility across common API formats and development tools.
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Kong AI Gateway
Paid WebKong AI Gateway combines gateway controls with model and request allowances that vary by plan.
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CogLake
Paid Web
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price