Tokimeter vs Chimlo
Comprehensive feature analysis, ratings breakdown, platform compatibility, and community review comparison.
Tokimeter
Local usage analytics for Claude, Codex, Cursor, Grok & More
Detailed Feature Comparison Matrix
Compare Other Tools| Dimension | Tokimeter |  Chimlo |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Category | Open Source | Open Source |
| Community Rating | No ratings(0 reviews) | No ratings(0 reviews) |
| Community Upvotes | 22 votes | 66 votes |
| Supported Platforms | Web | Web |
| Tags & Focus | #Developer Tools#GitHub#Open Source | #OpenAI Day#Menu Bar Apps#GitHub#Apple#Open Source |
| Maker / Company | Independent Developer | Independent Developer |
| Platform Verification | Community Listing | Community Listing |
About Tokimeter
Tokimeter is an open-source, local usage analytics tool designed specifically for developers using various AI coding assistants. By pulling the usage records that your AI coding tools already write to your machine, Tokimeter aggregates them into comprehensive, unified reports.
With Tokimeter, you can easily track exact token counts and associated costs broken down by project, session, day, tool, and model. It also monitors 5-hour and weekly limit windows, providing helpful budget warnings directly in your status line to help you manage your AI tool usage efficiently.
Designed with privacy in mind, Tokimeter requires no account and zero telemetry—everything stays securely on your local machine. It supports a wide range of platforms including Claude and Codex (both CLI and desktop apps), Cursor, Grok Build, Hermes, opencode, Cline, and Copilot CLI. You can generate a report instantly using npx tokimeter report under an MIT license.
Pros of Tokimeter
- Local-first architecture with zero telemetry; nothing leaves your machine
- Requires no account setup or configuration
- Comprehensive coverage of popular AI tools like Claude, Codex, Cursor, Grok Build, and more
- Tracks exact token counts and costs by project, session, day, tool, and model
- Open-source and MIT licensed
Cons of Tokimeter
- Limited to tools that write local usage records
- Requires using the command line interface (e.g., npx) to generate reports
- Relies on supported tool ecosystems mentioned in the metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tokimeter?
Tokimeter is a local usage analytics tool for AI coding assistants that consolidates your usage records into a single report, tracking token counts, costs, and limit windows.
Does Tokimeter send my data to external servers?
No. Tokimeter features zero telemetry, requires no account, and ensures that nothing ever leaves your machine.
Which AI coding tools are supported?
Tokimeter covers Claude and Codex (both CLI and desktop apps), Cursor, Grok Build, Hermes, opencode, Cline, and Copilot CLI.
How do I generate a report with Tokimeter?
You can generate a report instantly using the command: npx tokimeter report.
About Chimlo
Chimlo is a free, open-source macOS application designed to streamline your workflow with AI agents like Codex and Claude Code by placing them directly in your MacBook's notch. Instead of hunting through terminal windows, Chimlo allows you to monitor your agents' states at a glance.
With Chimlo, you can instantly see if your agents are working, waiting, finished, or failed. The app also enables you to answer Claude Code questions and review permission requests directly from your screen's notch, keeping you focused and productive. You can also monitor your provider usage quickly.
In addition to tracking AI agents, Chimlo offers built-in controls for system media, volume, and brightness. These features are paired with animated pixel companions that visually reflect each state, making it easy to track operations with a simple glance.
Pros of Chimlo
- Free and open-source macOS application.
- Brings Codex and Claude Code tracking directly into your MacBook notch.
- Allows you to answer Claude Code questions and review permissions without hunting through terminal windows.
- Includes built-in media, volume, and brightness controls with animated pixel companions.
Cons of Chimlo
- Exclusively available for macOS users with a MacBook notch.
- Integrations are limited specifically to Codex and Claude Code.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chimlo?
Chimlo is a free and open-source macOS app that integrates Codex and Claude Code tracking directly into your MacBook's notch, allowing you to monitor AI agents and manage system controls seamlessly.
How does Chimlo help with AI agent tracking?
Chimlo lets you see whether your AI agents are working, waiting, finished, or failed. It also allows you to answer Claude Code questions, review permission requests, and check provider usage directly from the notch without using terminal windows.
Does Chimlo offer any non-AI features?
Yes, Chimlo also handles system media, volume, and brightness controls. It features animated pixel companions that change based on the active state to make them easy to spot.
Which operating systems are supported by Chimlo?
Chimlo is designed specifically as a macOS application to utilize the MacBook notch and menu bar.