Quick Summary
Anthropic
Creator of Claude AI models with advanced reasoning capabilities
- 200K context window
- Image understanding
- Tool/function calling
AWS Bedrock
Enterprise AI through AWS with compliance and security
- Enterprise security
- AWS integration
- Multiple providers
Model Comparison
| Aspect | Anthropic | AWS Bedrock |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Models | 2 | 1 |
| Default Model | Claude Sonnet 4 | Claude 3 Sonnet (Bedrock) |
| Max Context Window | 200K tokens | 200K tokens |
| Image Support | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Tool/Function Calling | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Pricing Model |
Authentication
Anthropic
api_key
Standard API key authentication
ANTHROPIC_API_KEY oauth
OAuth for Claude subscriptions
AWS Bedrock
token
AWS credentials or bearer token
Pros & Cons
Anthropic
Pros
- Excellent at following complex instructions
- Strong reasoning and coding abilities
- Large context window
- Good safety alignment
Cons
- Higher cost than some alternatives
- Rate limits on free tier
- No fine-tuning available
AWS Bedrock
Pros
- Enterprise-grade security
- AWS ecosystem integration
- Compliance certifications
- VPC private links
Cons
- AWS account required
- More complex setup
- Region availability varies
Best Use Cases
Choose Anthropic if you need:
- Complex coding tasks
- Document analysis
- Creative writing
- Research assistance
Choose AWS Bedrock if you need:
- Enterprise deployments
- Regulated industries
- AWS-native applications
- High-security environments
Use with Messaging Channels
Both providers work with all OpenClaw messaging channels:
Telegram
Discord
Slack
Signal
iMessage
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Anthropic or AWS Bedrock?
It depends on your use case. Anthropic excels at complex coding tasks, while AWS Bedrock is best for enterprise deployments. Consider your specific needs for context length, pricing, and feature requirements.
Can I use both Anthropic and AWS Bedrock with OpenClaw?
Yes! OpenClaw supports multiple providers simultaneously. You can configure Anthropic as your primary and AWS Bedrock as a fallback, or use different providers for different agents.
Which has better pricing, Anthropic or AWS Bedrock?
Anthropic uses undefined pricing, while AWS Bedrock uses undefined. The best value depends on your usage volume and whether you need premium features.