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Code Meter vs Port Zero

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Code Meter compared with Port Zero
DetailCode Meter logo Code MeterPort Zero logo Port Zero
What it doesNot given Stable domains for local development ports, eliminating conflicts with free open-source tunnels and paid cloud options
StageNot given Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree download from Mac App Store with free trial. Pro access available as one-time lifetime purchase. Free and Open Source: $0 (unlimited local tunnels, open source); Professional: $49/mo or $490/yr (unlimited cloud tunnels, visitor auth, feedback comments); Team: $149/mo or $1,490/yr (everything in Professional plus unlimited members, teams, shared subdomains, approvals, organization billing); Ente
Key features
  • Monitor usage, balances, and credits from 14 AI providers
  • Menu bar app displaying provider information
  • Provider dashboard
  • Usage history tracking
  • Widgets and alerts
  • Credentials stored in Mac Keychain
  • Direct HTTPS connection to provider APIs
  • Local data storage on Mac
  • Stable local domains (*.portzero.local) for processes and containers
  • Cloud tunnels (*.tunnel.portzero.cloud) with HTTPS for LAN and internet access
  • Support for multiple programming languages
  • Git worktree support with per-branch URLs
  • AI agent integration with MCP server
  • Visitor authentication and access control
  • Feedback comments on live tunnels
  • Team access policies and approvals
  • Audit log (Enterprise plan)
  • Organization billing with no per-seat charges
What makes it different
  • No data sent to external servers - credentials secured in Mac Keychain
  • Supports 14 different AI providers in one interface
  • See limits and history from the macOS menu bar
  • Simple setup in 3 seconds
  • Eliminates port conflicts by assigning stable virtual domains instead of port numbers
  • Free and open source for local use; no additional cost for cloud features on paid plans
  • Flat pricing with no meters, overages, or per-seat charges
  • Agent-ready with native MCP server integration for AI coding agents
  • Works across multiple OS and languages with zero port bookkeeping 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)3 −1 (down) since last check1 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)34
Citation Flow (Majestic)1826
Referring domains (Majestic)16135

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