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AI · December 15, 2023

Merlin Unified API

One unified API for all AI models like Gemini, GPT-4, DALL-E

Merlin Unified API launched on December 15, 2023 with 310 votes, #96 of 3,780 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.

In plain words

Merlin Unified API provides a single integration point for accessing over 20 AI models including Gemini, GPT-4, and DALL-E through a standardized OpenAI-compatible format. Developers can stream responses without managing multiple API keys or dealing with individual rate limits. The platform targets teams building AI applications who want to reduce integration complexity and minimize errors compared to direct model APIs.

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From the sources

Get responses streamed from 20+ AI models, in the exact same format as OpenAI. Never face issues with rate limits. Get 10x lower error rates verses OpenAI. No need to manage multiple API keys for different models.

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