Install Bench Router in Claude Code
claude mcp add bench-router -e OPENROUTER_API_KEY=... -- npx -y mcp-bench-router{
"mcpServers": {
"bench-router": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"mcp-bench-router"
],
"env": {
"OPENROUTER_API_KEY": "..."
}
}
}
}Replace each ... with your own value.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bench Router MCP server do?
Routes design tasks to designarena.ai's top-ranked model via OpenRouter across 14 categories.
Is the Bench Router MCP server free?
The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.
Does Bench Router run locally or remotely?
Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.
How do I add Bench Router to Claude Code?
Run: claude mcp add bench-router -e OPENROUTER_API_KEY=... -- npx -y mcp-bench-router
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