Show HN: Claude Meter – a macOS menu-bar meter for Claude's usage limits (github.com)

The newly launched Claude Meter is a native macOS menu-bar application designed to help users track their usage limits for Claude, Anthropic’s conversational AI. This tool displays real-time data regarding both session and weekly limits in a Dynamic Island-style interface, featuring a color-coded pill that changes from green to red as users approach their limits. With customizable settings and an easy-to-read hover card, users can efficiently monitor their utilization while avoiding unexpected rate-limit issues, enhancing their productivity with Claude. This application is significant for the AI/ML community as it addresses a common pain point: the frustration of hitting usage limits without prior notice. Built using Swift and WebKit, Claude Meter operates almost entirely locally, ensuring user privacy with no account creation or analytics. Its reliance on an undocumented API endpoint means it may be subject to changes, though its open-source nature allows for community scrutiny and improvements. The app promises to streamline the interaction with Claude, particularly for developers and enthusiasts who rely heavily on its capabilities, making it a valuable addition to the toolkit of those engaged with AI technologies.