SpendFirewall vs LiteLLM
SpendFirewall vs LiteLLM
An honest, side-by-side comparison. LiteLLM is llm proxy gateway. SpendFirewall is spend firewall for ai agents. Different tools for different jobs.
Quick comparison
| Dimension | LiteLLM | SpendFirewall |
|---|---|---|
| Positioning | LLM proxy gateway | Spend firewall for AI agents |
| Pricing | Free OSS / $200+/mo Enterprise | See pricing |
| Best for | LLM proxy gateway | Spend firewall for AI agents |
What LiteLLM does well
- OpenAI-compatible proxy
- 200+ provider support
- Self-hostable
Where SpendFirewall wins
- Spend firewall for AI agents
- Built specifically for the spend firewall use case
- Tighter scope, faster workflow
Where LiteLLM falls short
- Cost controls are reactive
- No per-agent velocity cap
- No merchant allowlist by default
- Not purpose-built for spend firewall workflows
Our honest verdict
LiteLLM proxies your calls. SpendFirewall decides whether your agent is even allowed to spend.
Frequently asked questions
Does SpendFirewall replace LiteLLM?
No, it sits in front of it. SpendFirewall approves the spend intent, LiteLLM routes the call.