LLM Token Cost Calculator | Scenario, Compare & Pricing

Estimate LLM API costs with static scenario presets, model comparison, monthly projections, cached-input and batch discounts, plus optional custom pricing...

When Should You Use This Calculator?

Budgeting per-request and monthly LLM API spend before launch
Using static scenario presets for common AI workload archetypes
Benchmarking model cost for the same token workload
Modeling cached-input and batch discounts for production traffic
Overriding with contract pricing while keeping compare workflows

How to Use This Calculator

Choose mode: Simple, Scenario, Compare, or Advanced.
Enter input/output size in tokens or words.
Set requests per month for recurring cost projection.
Use compare mode to benchmark alternate models.
Enable advanced modifiers (cached/batch/custom) if applicable.

Key Features:

Compare multiple scenarios side-by-side
Four modes: Simple, Scenario, Compare, and Advanced Pricing
Static scenario presets for common AI workloads
Token and word inputs, monthly projection, and model benchmarking
Batch and cached-input pricing controls with custom override support

Formula

Total Cost = (Input Tokens × Input Rate) + (Output Tokens × Output Rate)

Advanced mode can apply cached-input and batch pricing adjustments.
Monthly projection = per-request cost × requests per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are LLM token costs calculated?

Per-request cost is calculated from input tokens and output tokens using each model’s per-1K token rates. In advanced mode, cached-input and batch discounts can lower the effective price before monthly projection is calculated.

What does scenario mode do?

Scenario mode loads static presets for common workloads (for example support chat or content generation) so you can start with realistic baseline token volumes and monthly request counts, then fine-tune values as needed.

Can I compare multiple models with the same workload?

Yes. Compare mode runs the same token workload across selected models and ranks estimated cost. This helps you evaluate tradeoffs before switching providers or model tiers.

Can I export my LLM Token Cost Calculator calculations?

Yes! In guest mode, you can export your calculations to JSON format. Sign in is required for PDF and CSV export. Click the export button to download your results. This is perfect for record-keeping, sharing with others, or importing into other tools.

Does this calculator save my history?

Yes! Your calculation history is automatically saved. Guest users can save up to 50 calculations per workspace locally. Sign in for free to save up to 100 calculations per workspace, with access from any device when logged in.

Is this calculator free to use?

Absolutely! The LLM Token Cost Calculator is completely free with no sign-up required. Create a free account to unlock additional features like more calculation history, multiple workspaces, and the ability to access your saved data from any device.

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