Cost control workflow
AI API invoice reconciliation
Turn an invoice difference into a focused question about volume, token shape, retries, tools or price records.
Estimated monthly cost
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Planning range: —
Cost breakdown (monthly)
Try caching stable context to reduce repeated input cost.
⌁ How the estimate works
Monthly cost combines model tokens, tools, RAG, observability, human review and retry behavior from your editable assumptions.
monthly = model + tools + RAG + observability + human review + retries▣ Sources & assumptions
Rate records are source-linked and versioned. Always check the provider page before final budgeting.
? FAQ
Why can an invoice differ? Contracts, taxes, regional pricing, tool metering and usage behavior can change the final bill.
Match the same period and unit
Reconcile the same date range first. Map provider usage to your application workload, then compare volume, per-step token patterns, retries, tool meters and effective rates. Keep contract and tax differences in a separate line so they are not mistaken for model usage.
Frequently asked questions
Does API list pricing equal my monthly cost?
No. List pricing is one input. Your bill can also reflect output length, cache behavior, retries, tool calls, storage, regional or contract terms, taxes and provider-specific metering.
Why estimate cost per successful task?
Requests that fail, retry, or need manual recovery still consume resources. Cost per successful task connects technical usage to the outcome your product actually delivers.
Can I use custom pricing?
Yes. Select Custom rates in the calculator and enter your own input and output price per million tokens. This is useful for negotiated or provider-specific terms.