Hardware preorder
Not listed
US$35 once plus shipping/taxes; US$5 refundable credited deposit
- Included scope
- Prototype Bluetooth task/limit display; final availability unconfirmed
Vibe Buddy
● Identity checkedHardware coding-agent status display · Official-source review 2026-10-09
Vibe Buddy is a prototype desk display for Codex and Claude Code usage limits, active task counts and attention states. A local companion reads tool activity and sends display information to the device over Bluetooth.
- Category
- Hardware coding-agent status display
- Free access
- No free hardware plan. Advertised product price is US$35 excluding shipping/taxes, reserved with a refundable US$5 deposit credited to the price.
- API access
- Local companion CLI is described; an open developer API, SDK or supported operating-system list is not verified.
Is Vibe Buddy right for you?
A good fit for
Relevant to users considering a physical glanceable display for existing coding-agent status.
Before you choose
Still described as a working prototype with manufacturing/software unfinished. September 2026 shipping estimate is already past; actual shipping availability is unconfirmed. Remaining US$30, shipping and taxes are requested separately before production, not automatically charged. Deposit refund is offered before final balance. USB-C/battery and 81×54×25-mm size are listed, but battery runtime is undisclosed. Vendor claims only limits/counts/state transmit, with prompts/keys remaining on computer; not tested. Business-account support and display accuracy are claims. No preorder, payment or hardware test was performed.
Workflow and handoff
Confirm current shipping and OS support directly, inspect the local companion data fields and evaluate refund terms before reserving hardware.
Pricing and practical limits
Still described as a working prototype with manufacturing/software unfinished. September 2026 shipping estimate is already past; actual shipping availability is unconfirmed. Remaining US$30, shipping and taxes are requested separately before production, not automatically charged. Deposit refund is offered before final balance. USB-C/battery and 81×54×25-mm size are listed, but battery runtime is undisclosed. Vendor claims only limits/counts/state transmit, with prompts/keys remaining on computer; not tested. Business-account support and display accuracy are claims. No preorder, payment or hardware test was performed.
Review method
Official product evidence reviewed on 2026-10-09; product artwork inspected visually. No hands-on vendor application test was performed. Application performance, security claims and plan enforcement were not independently tested.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product workflow | Vibe Buddy is a prototype desk display for Codex and Claude Code usage limits, active task counts and attention states. A local companion reads tool activity and sends display information to the device over Bluetooth. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
| Pricing and restrictions | Still described as a working prototype with manufacturing/software unfinished. September 2026 shipping estimate is already past; actual shipping availability is unconfirmed. Remaining US$30, shipping and taxes are requested separately before production, not automatically charged. Deposit refund is offered before final balance. USB-C/battery and 81×54×25-mm size are listed, but battery runtime is undisclosed. Vendor claims only limits/counts/state transmit, with prompts/keys remaining on computer; not tested. Business-account support and display accuracy are claims. No preorder, payment or hardware test was performed. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-09 |
Understand the total cost
Vibe Buddy pricing & plans
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Frequently asked questions
Was the application hands-on tested?
No. This listing is based on dated official-source evidence and a visual artwork check. Unconfirmed costs and restrictions are identified explicitly.
What is Vibe Buddy used for?
Vibe Buddy is a prototype desk display for Codex and Claude Code usage limits, active task counts and attention states. A local companion reads tool activity and sends display information to the device over Bluetooth.
Does Vibe Buddy have a free plan?
No free hardware plan. Advertised product price is US$35 excluding shipping/taxes, reserved with a refundable US$5 deposit credited to the price.. This record does not confirm an ongoing free plan.
How much does Vibe Buddy cost?
A listed monthly price has not been confirmed. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Vibe Buddy through an API?
Local companion CLI is described; an open developer API, SDK or supported operating-system list is not verified.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Still described as a working prototype with manufacturing/software unfinished. September 2026 shipping estimate is already past; actual shipping availability is unconfirmed. Remaining US$30, shipping and taxes are requested separately before production, not automatically charged. Deposit refund is offered before final balance. USB-C/battery and 81×54×25-mm size are listed, but battery runtime is undisclosed. Vendor claims only limits/counts/state transmit, with prompts/keys remaining on computer; not tested. Business-account support and display accuracy are claims. No preorder, payment or hardware test was performed.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
How this profile is supported
Official product information
Current official product source read individually; product artwork inspected visually.
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Official product page reviewed for disclosed costs; unverified prices and allowances are identified in the listing.
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