AI Workflow Tools for Indie Hackers — Cromus

Cromus helps indie hackers model and reduce AI workflow costs before they scale. When you're bootstrapping, every API dollar matters — Cromus lets you find the cheapest model that still ships quality, before you commit budget.

Key features for indie hackers: Free Croms audit to identify waste in your workflows, cost simulation across 80+ verified models to compare pricing, model substitution recommendations (e.g., switching from GPT-5.4 to GPT-5.4 Nano where quality permits), and the Reality Check Loop to track whether predictions match reality.

Every new account starts with a 14-day free trial covering both Builder and Ops features — no credit card required. The Builder plan at $49/month is the entry point for indie hackers who want unlimited workflows, cost simulation, and the Specialist — the automated 24-rule gate reviewer. The Ops plan at $99/month adds the Manager for trend and stack oversight across the workspace.