Quick answer
ccstatusline puts session and weekly usage, reset timers, cost, and context into Claude Code's status line, so you see them as you type. A dashboard like UsageAtlas keeps the same limits outside the terminal, with history and other tools. Many people run both.
What a status line is good at
Claude Code passes five-hour and seven-day usage percentages and reset times to status line scripts. ccstatusline formats them, along with cost and context use, under your prompt. You never leave the session to check. The catch is that it only shows while Claude Code is open, and only for Claude.
What a dashboard adds
- History by day, project, and model after the session closes.
- Codex, Cursor, and other tools next to Claude.
- An alert when a window runs low, even with no terminal open.
Set up both
Install ccstatusline from its README and pick the widgets you want. Install UsageAtlas and leave it in the tray or menu bar. They read different sources and do not conflict. The Claude Code usage guide lists the built-in commands too.
Questions, answered
Can the Claude Code status line show my weekly limit?
Yes. Claude Code gives status line scripts the five-hour and seven-day usage percentages and reset times. ccstatusline and similar tools display them.
Does ccusage have a status line?
Yes. ccusage includes a statusline command for Claude Code.
Do I need both?
No. The status line covers the session in front of you. Add a dashboard if you want history, alerts, or more tools.