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Based on typical savings from model routing, prompt optimization, and batch processing. Actual results vary.

Real savings, real numbers

See what other developers save by optimizing their AI API stack.

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Chatbot Builder
50K messages/mo
Before: $180/mo
After: $72/mo
Save $1,296/year
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RAG Pipeline
100K queries/mo
Before: $420/mo
After: $168/mo
Save $3,024/year
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Content Team
200K tokens/mo
Before: $95/mo
After: $38/mo
Save $684/year

Free vs Pro — What You Get

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Cost calculator (42 models, 10 providers)
Provider comparison table
Side-by-side model comparison tool
All 335 blog guides and tutorials
All cheaper alternatives ranked by savings Top 1 only ✓ All ranked
Save & compare up to 10 scenarios
Export cost reports
Model routing guide
Optimization recommendations
Priority email support
Early access to new features
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📊 Saved Scenarios

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Chatbot — GPT-5 mini
50K msgs/mo · $45/mo
Chatbot — Gemini Flash
50K msgs/mo · $12/mo
Code Agent — Claude Sonnet
10K req/mo · $180/mo
📄 Cost Report Export

Generate professional reports for your team

Monthly API Cost Report PDF
72% budget used 28% under
Share with your CTO, include in sprint reviews, or attach to budget requests.
💡 Optimization Tips

Personalized recommendations to cut costs

Save $127/mo
Route simple requests to Gemini Flash instead of GPT-5 mini
Save $89/mo
Add response caching for repeated queries
Save $45/mo
Use batch processing for non-urgent workloads

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the free calculator really free?

Yes. The basic cost calculator is completely free with no account required. We believe every developer should be able to compare API costs easily.

What do I get with Pro?

Pro unlocks advanced features: save and compare up to 10 usage scenarios, export professional cost reports, and get personalized optimization recommendations that can cut your API costs by up to 40%. Plus priority support and early access to new features.

Is it really a one-time payment?

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How often is pricing data updated?

We verify and update pricing data at least monthly, and more frequently when providers announce changes. Pro users get notified of any pricing changes.

Do you store my usage data?

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