AI Models and Providers
Pick the right AI model for your OpenClaw bot on ClawCloud. Model catalogs, provider comparisons, switching between models, and what each one costs.
Guides
How to Switch AI Models on Your OpenClaw Bot
Use OpenClaw's /model command and short aliases to switch between AI models on your ClawCloud bot. Match the model to the task without redeploying.
Keeping Your OpenClaw Bot Running When Credits Run Low
When managed-mode credits run out, your OpenClaw bot stops responding. Switch to a free model to keep it running without an API key.
Choose an OpenClaw AI Model Without Overpaying
A practical OpenClaw guide to picking low-cost AI models on OpenRouter without sacrificing quality, plus how ClawCloud helps control spend.
OpenClaw AI Model Known Issues by Tier
Real-world limitations of free, budget, and premium AI models on OpenClaw — what breaks, when it breaks, and which tier to upgrade to.
OpenRouter and OpenClaw — How the Model Backend Works
OpenClaw uses OpenRouter for managed-mode deployments on ClawCloud. Here's how credit limits, model routing, and the BYOK alternative work.
Posts
Running DeepSeek and Qwen Models on OpenClaw with ClawCloud
DeepSeek and Qwen models are available on ClawCloud right now. Here's what's in the catalog, how to switch, and when each model fits.
How OpenClaw Memory Works on a Dedicated Server
OpenClaw memory stores notes as Markdown files on disk. Here's how it works, why a dedicated server matters, and what you can configure.
OpenClaw vs ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini — Run Your Own Bot
How OpenClaw compares to ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini — self-hosted AI on Telegram and Discord, running on your own server.
94 Curated Quality Models and Free Tier Options for OpenClaw
6 free models are now in the OpenClaw catalog on ClawCloud. Use them anytime — or switch to one when your credits run low to keep your bot running.
API Rate Limits for OpenClaw AI Assistants
Learn how Claude, OpenAI, and Google Gemini handle rate limits and why they matter for your OpenClaw deployment on ClawCloud.
Full AI Model Catalog Now on Every OpenClaw Bot
ClawCloud now gives every OpenClaw bot the full model catalog for its AI provider. Switch between Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google models with short aliases.
OpenClaw API Costs Explained
How much does it actually cost to run OpenClaw? A breakdown of API pricing for Claude, GPT, and Gemini, plus tips to control spending.