# AIUsageBar

> AIUsageBar is a native macOS AI usage tracker that shows usage, rate-limit reset timers, and spend across 47+ AI providers and developer tools. Free tracks Claude. Pro is $9.99 once for all supported integrations on two Macs.

Important notes:

- AIUsageBar reads usage metadata from local tool logs only — it never touches prompts, code, or API responses
- No API keys or config files required; setup takes seconds
- Pro license covers 2 Macs and includes all future provider updates at no extra cost
- macOS 14 (Sonoma) and above, Apple Silicon and Intel

## Product

- [Download](https://www.aiusagebar.com/download): Free download page with macOS DMG
- [Pricing](https://www.aiusagebar.com/#pricing): Free vs Pro feature comparison and one-time purchase

## Providers

- [Claude usage tracking](https://www.aiusagebar.com/providers/claude): How AIUsageBar tracks Claude rate limits, rolling windows, and Pro/Max tier differences
- [OpenAI usage tracking](https://www.aiusagebar.com/providers/openai): ChatGPT Plus message limits and token cost tracking across GPT-4o and o-series models
- [Cursor usage tracking](https://www.aiusagebar.com/providers/cursor): Cursor usage pools, the Grok Bot Plan, and monthly reset tracking
- [Grok Bot Plan usage tracking](https://www.aiusagebar.com/providers/grok-bot): The Cursor Grok Bot Plan — weekly request allowance, monthly cap, and pace tracking
- [GitHub Copilot usage tracking](https://www.aiusagebar.com/providers/copilot): Copilot Free and Pro completion and chat limit monitoring
- [Gemini usage tracking](https://www.aiusagebar.com/providers/gemini): Gemini Advanced session caps and Flash API rate limit tracking

## Docs

- [Claude rate limits explained](https://www.aiusagebar.com/blog/claude-rate-limits): Full breakdown of Claude Free, Pro, Max, and API tier limits with exact numbers
- [OpenAI token costs explained](https://www.aiusagebar.com/blog/openai-token-costs): How OpenAI bills across ChatGPT and API, per-model pricing, and spend tracking
- [How to avoid Claude Code rate limits](https://www.aiusagebar.com/blog/avoid-claude-code-rate-limits): Five strategies for working within Claude Code's separate usage system
- [Claude Code vs Claude Web rate limits](https://www.aiusagebar.com/blog/claude-code-vs-claude-web): Key differences between Claude Code and claude.ai usage systems
- [AI usage tracker for Mac](https://www.aiusagebar.com/ai-usage-tracker-mac): Category overview and supported workflows
- [Best AI usage trackers for Mac in 2026](https://www.aiusagebar.com/best-ai-usage-trackers-mac): Honest comparison of AIUsageBar, CodexBar, and SessionWatcher
- [Claude Code usage tracker](https://www.aiusagebar.com/claude-code-usage-tracker): Track Claude Code usage and reset windows from macOS
- [Codex usage tracker](https://www.aiusagebar.com/codex-usage-tracker): Track Codex usage windows alongside other AI tools

## Comparisons

- [CodexBar alternative](https://www.aiusagebar.com/alternatives/codexbar): When AIUsageBar is a fit and when CodexBar is stronger
- [AIUsageBar vs CodexBar](https://www.aiusagebar.com/compare/aiusagebar-vs-codexbar): Current, sourced comparison
- [AIUsageBar vs SessionWatcher](https://www.aiusagebar.com/compare/aiusagebar-vs-sessionwatcher): Current, sourced comparison
- [AIUsageBar vs Token Bar](https://www.aiusagebar.com/alternatives/tokenbar): Feature and pricing comparison with Token Bar

## Optional

- [Blog](https://www.aiusagebar.com/blog): All articles on AI rate limits, costs, and usage tracking