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Claude Monitor vs Histiq

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Claude Monitor compared with Histiq
DetailClaude Monitor logo Claude Monitor Histiq
What it doesFree browser extension that tracks Claude usage limits live in your toolbar AI semantic search for your browser history and PDFs
StageStartup Startup
Founded2026 Not given
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelOpen source Freemium
PricingFree. Optional paid add-on Claude Monitor Pro on waitlist. Windows app UsagePeek AI: $9.99 one-time purchase (Microsoft Store) with 7-day free trial. Free 14-day trial (no credit card required, starts on install). Then: Monthly $6.99/mo, Annual $4.17/mo (billed $49.99/year, save 40%), or Lifetime $129 one-time payment.
Key features
  • Color-coded badge in toolbar showing usage percentage
  • Live countdown to every limit reset
  • Desktop notifications at 80% and 95% usage thresholds
  • Optional bar above Claude.ai chat box displaying limits
  • Tracks 5-hour session, weekly, and per-model usage limits
  • Displays extra-usage credits and Claude Code routine runs
  • Four layout options: Classic, Mixed, Grid, List
  • Six color themes for customization
  • Auto-refresh at customizable intervals
  • Detects Pro, Max, and Team plan types automatically
  • Semantic search by meaning instead of exact keywords
  • Automatic PDF indexing and search
  • Sub-50ms search latency
  • Works on Chrome and Edge from single install
  • Privacy controls including domain blocklist and URL patterns
  • Encrypted local backup and export
  • No account or login required
  • Support for PDFs up to 50 MB
What makes it different
  • Works on Claude Free plan where usage page shows nothing since August 2026
  • Minimal permissions and read-only design prevents exploitation
  • Shows exact reset times instead of cutting off mid-conversation
  • Only browser history tool that is 100% local with zero data transmission to servers
  • Includes full 14-day free trial with no credit card required
  • Works across Chrome and Edge without requiring separate installs
  • Lifetime purchase option with no recurring billing
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)13 no change since last check1 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)42
Citation Flow (Majestic)1615
Referring domains (Majestic)1930

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