Codex BarA macOS menu bar app that tracks AI coding tool limits, resets, and credits for developers and power users.

5.0 (5)

Reviewed by Daniel Nikulshyn·Updated July 2026

macOS Menu Bar Developer Tools Productivity Usage Tracking AI Coding

Overview

CodexBar is a macOS menu bar app designed for developers and power users who utilize AI coding tools. It tracks usage limits, resets, and credits across multiple providers, offering a centralized status item for each or a merged view. The app supports various providers, including Claude, Copilot, and Gemini, through OAuth, API keys, and browser cookies. It provides features such as usage windows, credit balances, reset countdowns, and configurable local cost scans. CodexBar is free and open-source, available via GitHub Releases and Homebrew.

Key features

Tracks usage windows and credit balances
Reset countdowns for planning
Configurable local cost scans
Provider status polling with incident badges
WidgetKit widgets and bundled CLI for scripts and CI

Pricing

Model: Free
Category: Productivity Agents
Rating: 5.0 / 5 (5)

Use cases

Monitor AI Coding Tool Limits

Keep an eye on usage limits for AI coding assistants directly from the macOS menu bar without interrupting your workflow.

Track Reset Timers

See when your AI tool quotas reset so you can plan coding sessions and avoid hitting rate limits at critical moments.

Manage Credits Across Tools

Check remaining credits for AI coding services at a glance, helping developers budget usage across multiple platforms.

Power User Workflow Optimization

Help power users stay aware of their AI tool consumption to maximize productivity and avoid unexpected service interruptions.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Centralized tracking of AI coding tool limits and credits
Supports multiple providers with OAuth, API keys, and browser cookies
Offers usage windows, credit balances, and reset countdowns
Configurable local cost scans for better budgeting

Cons

Requires macOS 14 or later
Needs Full Disk Access for Safari cookies and Keychain access for OAuth flows

Battle record

Across 1 battle in the Pantheon.

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Last battle

#4
Productivity Agents Showdown — July 1, 2026
Jul 1, 2026 · #4 of 5

Reviews

5.0

Average from 5 ratings.

Carlos Mendoza

Feb 14, 2026

Compared a few options

Evaluated this against two competitors. Where it wins: the core workflow and support is responsive. On balance the feature set — especially the integrations — justifies the 5 stars for our use case.

Linda Petersen

Dec 17, 2025

Use it every day

Honestly didn't expect to like it this much. The API is exactly what I needed, and it saves real time. I do wish pricing gets steep at scale, but I reach for it almost every day now and it just clicks.

Camille Laurent

Dec 3, 2025

Compared a few options

Evaluated this against two competitors. Where it wins: the integrations and the value for money is strong. Where it lags: pricing gets steep at scale. On balance the feature set — especially the automation — justifies the 5 stars for our use case.

Liam O’Connor

Dec 1, 2025

Does the job

Pretty happy overall. The onboarding just works and it is genuinely easy to set up. but no dealbreakers — I'd recommend it to a friend without hesitating.

Frank Müller

Oct 20, 2025

Skeptical, then convinced

I went in skeptical — most tools in this space overpromise. It actually delivers on the dashboard, and it is genuinely easy to set up caught me off guard. still, I'd recommend giving it a real trial.

Q&A

What can I monitor with Codex Bar?

Codex Bar lets you keep tabs on AI coding tool usage limits, reset timings, and remaining credits, helping you avoid hitting caps unexpectedly while working with AI-powered development tools.

What does Codex Bar do and who is it for?

Codex Bar is a macOS menu bar app that tracks AI coding tool limits, resets, and credits. It's designed for developers and power users who want quick visibility into their AI tool usage directly from the macOS menu bar.

Is Codex Bar available on Windows or Linux?

No. Codex Bar is a macOS menu bar app, so it's only available on macOS. Windows and Linux users would need to look for an alternative.