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Token Counter

Count tokens, calculate API costs instantly.

Checked 5 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since September 2024

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At a glance

Starts at $0 Price as published by the vendor, September 2026.
Free tier Yes
Platforms Web, macOS, Windows
Best for AI project managers
Not for Developers with custom models

4.0 out of 5

Scored by Alex after real use

Our verdict

This tool counts tokens and calculates API costs easily. It is best for AI project managers but may be too basic for those needing detailed benchmarking.

✓What it does well

Token countingCounts tokens accurately using OpenAI’s tokenizer reference.
Multi-model supportSupports over 300 LLM models for cost estimation.
Live pricing updatesUpdates with the latest token prices and provider rates.

✕Where it falls short

Limited benchmarking toolsDoes not offer in-depth comparative analysis or benchmarks beyond cost estimation.
No custom models supportCannot be used with custom-trained language models directly.
Manual input requiredNeeds manual token counting and model selection; no automated prompt analysis yet.

Key features

Free versionAvailable for free, with optional premium features.
Real-time updatesUpdates pricing in real time based on provider rates and token counts.
live biddingcompeting providers bid for API usage in real time.
pricing rankingstracks MCP price per token across different LLMs.

Questions about Token Counter

What does Token Counter do?

Token Counter counts tokens and calculates API costs instantly. The reviewer notes it counts tokens accurately using OpenAI's tokenizer reference, supports over 300 LLM models for cost estimation, and updates with the latest token prices and provider rates.

Is Token Counter free?

Yes. Token Counter has a free tier at $0 with optional premium features, and paid plans start at $0.01 per month. It runs on the web, macOS and Windows, and the reviewer recommends it most for AI project managers.

Who is Token Counter for?

Token Counter is best for AI project managers who need quick token counts and API cost estimates. It is not for developers with custom models, since it cannot be used with custom-trained language models directly.

What are the limitations of Token Counter?

The reviewer notes that Token Counter offers no in-depth comparative analysis or benchmarks beyond cost estimation, so it may be too basic for those needing detailed benchmarking. It also needs manual input and model selection, with no automated prompt analysis yet.

How does Toolio score Token Counter?

Token Counter has a Toolio score of 4.0 out of 5, given by Alex after real use on 5 Oct 2026. It has been listed on Toolio since September 2024, and the reviewer says it counts tokens and calculates API costs easily.

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