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Choose Your Provider
Chatbox offers two ways to use the service. You can choose based on your needs.
Chatbox AI Service
Chatbox AI is our all-in-one AI service with the following advantages:
- Ready to Use - No API Key configuration needed, just subscribe and start
- Multi-Model Support - Includes popular models like GPT 5.2, Claude, Gemini
- Unified Billing - One subscription for all models
- Stable & Reliable - Maintained by the Chatbox team
Best for: Users who don't want to deal with configuration and prefer simplicity
Bring Your Own Key (BYOK)
If you already have API Keys from OpenAI, Claude, or other services, you can use them directly in Chatbox:
- Flexible Choice - Choose which provider to use
- Cost Control - Pay only for actual API usage
- Privacy Protection - Communicate directly with providers
- Local Models - Support for Ollama, LM Studio, and other local deployment options
Best for: Users with technical background who want custom configurations
Comparison
| Feature | Chatbox AI | Bring Your Own Key |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Difficulty | Easy | Requires configuration |
| Billing | Monthly subscription | Pay per use |
| Model Selection | Preset models | Free choice |
| Local Models | Not supported | Supported |
| Technical Requirements | None | Need to understand APIs |
How to Choose?
- If you're new to AI, we recommend Chatbox AI
- If you already have API Keys or want to use local models, choose BYOK
- You can also use both options and switch based on your needs