# Halv

> Open-source desktop workspace and router that reduces agent coding costs.

- Website: https://halv.ai
- Category: AI coding assistants & app builders
- Launched on RankRoot: 2026-10-22
- Visitors sent by RankRoot: 0
- Show HN discussion: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50198250

## About

Halv runs Claude Code, Codex, Kimi, and GLM in a single open-source desktop workspace to reduce your usage costs. Halv Cloud adds intelligent task routing to send each prompt to the right model tier, optimizing spend while maintaining code performance.

## Who it's for

Developers using AI coding agents who want to reduce subscription and token spend.

## Use cases

- Running multiple AI coding agents like Claude Code and Codex in one workspace
- Routing coding tasks to the most cost-effective model tier
- Filtering command output and compressing context locally

## Features

- Four agents in one window (Claude Code, Codex, Kimi, and GLM)
- Up to 32 live panes with native Pro-mode terminals and subagent fan-out
- Crux code index for callers, references, and impact analysis
- RTK and Headroom command output filtering and context compression
- JEV routing on Halv Cloud for automated task cost optimization
- Automatic account rotation when one plan hits its window

## Pricing

$10 / month

## FAQ

### What does Halv do?

Halv runs Claude Code, Codex, Kimi, and GLM in one desktop workspace, helping you reduce usage spend through local savings engines and task routing.

### Who is Halv for?

Halv is for software developers and engineers who use AI coding agents and want to lower their usage costs across multiple subscriptions.

### How much does Halv cost?

The desktop app and local savings engine are open-source and free forever under the Apache 2.0 license, while Halv Cloud is available for $10 per month.

### What operating systems does Halv support?

Halv supports macOS, Windows, and Linux.

### What is JEV routing?

JEV routing is a feature on Halv Cloud where a coordinator agent briefs each task and picks the appropriate lane, model, and effort level to minimize costs.


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