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Claude Monitor vs OnlyRead

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Claude Monitor compared with OnlyRead
DetailClaude Monitor logo Claude MonitorOnlyRead logo OnlyRead
What it doesFree browser extension that tracks Claude usage limits live in your toolbar Read-only mode for AI browser agents
StageStartup MVP
Founded2026 Not given
Based inNot given Not given
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: $0/month, open source with bring-your-own-model key. Pro: Free during early access with 1,000 judged requests; $5/month when paid tier launches.
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
  • Blocks write, post, delete and purchase operations
  • Works with any Chromium browser and AI agent
  • App-specific rules and request classification
  • Open source codebase
  • Central control across multiple browsers (Pro)
  • One-link agent browser setup (Pro)
  • No API key required (Pro)
  • Per-account usage limits with fail-closed behavior
  • Tested on 1,000+ real tasks
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
  • Reduces accidental changes by AI agents without eliminating access to read data
  • Open source with full code transparency
  • Fail-closed design for unclassified requests
  • Tested against real AI agent tasks on major websites
  • Fully managed Pro option with no setup required
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 checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)40
Citation Flow (Majestic)160
Referring domains (Majestic)190

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