claude-code-proxy vs cli
Claude-compatible model proxy vs. SandBase agent bridge
claude-code-proxy translates Anthropic-format requests for Claude Code and similar clients to model providers through LiteLLM. cli connects supported AI clients to SandBase models and APIs through a local MCP bridge, so the main difference is provider routing versus access to SandBase’s catalog and tools.
claude-code-proxy: Connect Claude Code to Other Model Providers
A Python proxy that lets Anthropic-compatible clients such as Claude Code use OpenAI, Gemini, or Anthropic backends through LiteLLM. It suits developers who want to route Claude-style requests to another provider.
cli: Connect AI Agents to SandBase Models and APIs
SandBase CLI uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to connect 25 AI clients to SandBase’s models and APIs through a local bridge. It suits developers who want agents such as Claude Code, Cursor, and Codex to access these capabilities without managing API keys.
| claude-code-proxy | cli | |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| License | — | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 3.8k | 185 |
| Forks | 494 | 16 |
| Last analyzed | Oct 9, 2026 | Oct 18, 2026 |
Key differences
- claude-code-proxy routes Anthropic-compatible requests to OpenAI, Gemini, or Anthropic, while cli connects clients to SandBase models and APIs.
- claude-code-proxy is written in Python; cli is written in TypeScript and requires Node.js 20 or later.
- claude-code-proxy can run from source with uv or as a Docker container; cli runs an on-demand local MCP bridge and also provides shell-based commands.
- claude-code-proxy maps Haiku and Sonnet aliases to configured models; cli offers endpoint discovery, schema inspection, and current pricing.
- claude-code-proxy has 3.8k stars and 494 forks, while cli has 185 stars and 16 forks; claude-code-proxy has had no commits in the last 90 days, while cli has recent commits and releases.
- cli is licensed Apache-2.0 and requires an authenticated SandBase account; claude-code-proxy's supplied use cases include direct use of Anthropic, OpenAI, or Google backends.
Choose claude-code-proxy if you…
- need an Anthropic-compatible client to route requests to OpenAI, Gemini, or Anthropic.
- want to map Haiku or Sonnet aliases to configured provider models.
- prefer a Python proxy that can run from source or in Docker.
Choose cli if you…
- want Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, or other supported clients to access SandBase models and APIs.
- need to inspect endpoint schemas and current prices before running calls.
- want a local MCP bridge, browser-based authorization, and CLI configuration tools.
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