rtk
A CLI proxy that sits between coding agents and your shell and trims noisy command output before it reaches the model, cutting token use on everyday commands like tests, builds and git. Free and open source, with an RTK Pro tier for teams.
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About rtk
rtk is listed in our coding category and is aimed at builders. A CLI proxy that sits between coding agents and your shell and trims noisy command output before it reaches the model, cutting token use on everyday commands like tests, builds and git. Free and open source, with an RTK Pro tier for teams. Pricing, as the maker states it: Free and open source (Apache-2.0); RTK Pro adds team features.. Maturity: Mature. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-20.
rtk at a glance
- Category: Coding
- Built for: Developers and teams building with AI agents
- Pricing: Free and open source (Apache-2.0); RTK Pro adds team features. (as the maker states it)
- GitHub: rtk-ai/rtk · 84,064 stars (as of Oct 20, 2026)
- Latest release: dev-1.0.2-rc.563, Oct 20, 2026
- Last commit: Oct 20, 2026
- Official site: rtk-ai.app
- Listed on AgentScout: Oct 20, 2026
rtk FAQ
What is rtk?
A CLI proxy that sits between coding agents and your shell and trims noisy command output before it reaches the model, cutting token use on everyday commands like tests, builds and git. Free and open source, with an RTK Pro tier for teams.
How much does rtk cost?
rtk's pricing, as the maker states it: Free and open source (Apache-2.0); RTK Pro adds team features.. Check the official site for current plans.
Where can I find rtk's source code?
On GitHub at rtk-ai/rtk, which had 84,064 stars as of Oct 20, 2026. The latest release is dev-1.0.2-rc.563 (Oct 20, 2026).
What are alternatives to rtk?
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