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Cursor IDE user struggles with high API token costs on Ultra plan

A user on the Cursor IDE's "Ultra" plan is concerned about the high API token consumption of a new feature, reporting that it used 6% of their tokens in a single instance. They are seeking advice on how to reduce token usage or when to safely employ the "Auto" feature for larger tasks. The user expresses a strong liking for Cursor but finds the current token costs unsustainable for their needs. AI

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IMPACT User concerns about the cost-effectiveness of AI-powered features in development tools.

RANK_REASON User discussion about a specific feature's cost and usage within a software product.

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  1. r/cursor TIER_2 · /u/magnusjohansson ·

    On ultra plan: Burned through 6% of API tokens in ONE single feature - how to use less tokens? Or when to use Auto?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>So basicall, it was my plan reset day yesterday. Got some new tokens. Made a new feature today. Plan mode, Opus 4.7, the built then plan. Checked Cursor settings -&gt; Plan and usage -&gt; 6% of API used.</p> <p>This is not sustainable for me. I …