llm-costs – Compare LLM API costs directly from your terminal

Summary: llm-costs enables quick comparison of pricing for 17 LLM models across 6 providers via a terminal command, updating prices weekly to reflect current rates. It integrates budget monitoring and supports server mode for Claude Desktop.

What it does

llm-costs fetches and compares LLM API costs using a zero-install CLI command, with prices auto-updated weekly through GitHub Actions and client-side checks. It includes budget guards for CI/CD and a server mode for integration.

Who it's for

Developers and teams needing up-to-date LLM pricing comparisons without using multiple browser tabs.

Why it matters

It solves the problem of constantly changing LLM prices by providing an automated, centralized, and terminal-based cost comparison tool.