Version 1.2 available

Native OpenRouter client for Apple platforms

OpenRouter, at home on your Apple devices.

Chat, create, compare, and speak with OpenRouter models in one focused native app—on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and CarPlay.

Chat with OpenRouter models across your Apple devices.

Requires an OpenRouter account or API key. RouterChat and OpenRouter billing are separate.

RouterChat conversation on Mac with recent chats and a generated image
RouterChat recent model selector on iPhone
RouterChat main screen on Apple Watch
  • PhoneiPhone
  • TabletiPad
  • DesktopMac
  • WristApple Watch
  • DriveCarPlay

Choose the right workflow

One conversation surface. Four distinct modes.

Move between focused chat, model comparison, and media generation in one workspace.

Everyday work

Chat

Choose a compatible model, attach supported files, and keep the thread ready for follow-up questions.

Compare and combine

Fusion

Start with a built-in OpenRouter preset or create a custom configuration for the way you compare responses.

Visual creation

Image

Generate images through compatible models and providers, with the controls for that workflow kept close at hand.

Motion creation

Video

Create video with supported models and providers while keeping long-running work visible in the app.

RouterChat New chat menu showing Image generation, Video generation, and Fusion modes on iPhone

A clear local boundary

Temporary when you want it. Explicit about what that means.

Temporary Chats are not added to persistent history or iCloud sync. They are removed after the grace period you select.

Supported in-flight work can use a separate, encrypted device-local recovery boundary. Provider handling still follows the OpenRouter and provider settings selected for the request.

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RouterChat request parameters on iPhone with Temporary chat enabled

Hands-free across devices

Speak a prompt. Hear the response. Keep the conversation moving.

Hands-free workflows extend to iPhone and CarPlay. Availability depends on the selected model, provider, speech settings, and supported surface.

RouterChat reading a response aloud on iPhone
iPhone
RouterChat speaking a response in CarPlay
CarPlay

Your data, with understandable controls

Sync what is supported. Keep credentials in Keychain.

01

Supported iCloud sync

Persistent chats and supported settings can sync through the iCloud account already connected to your Apple devices.

02

Device Keychain

Your OpenRouter credential is stored in Keychain.

03

A switch you control

Disable iCloud sync when you want new app data to stay local to that device.

RouterChat conversation on iPhone
iPhone
The matching RouterChat conversation on Mac
Mac

Available now

RouterChat 1.2

  • Richer conversation previews. Recent and All Chats now show clearer message previews, model names, chat-mode icons, and image/video labels with their prompts.
  • Other UX improvements and bug fixes
Read what's new

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

RouterChat is the native client. OpenRouter remains the service that provides account access, model routing, and usage billing.

What do I need to use RouterChat?

An OpenRouter account or API key and a supported Apple device. Model access and usage charges are managed separately by OpenRouter.

Does every model support every feature?

No. Model availability, pricing, attachments, tools, image or video generation, voice behavior, and provider policies depend on OpenRouter and the selected provider.

Are Apple Watch and CarPlay separate downloads?

No. Apple Watch and CarPlay support are included with the iPhone distribution where the device and feature are supported.

How do direct Mac updates work?

App Store installations update through Apple. Direct Mac installations use RouterChat's signed update channel and verified download page.

RouterChat app icon

Available now

Bring OpenRouter into a native Apple workspace.